GRE Word List
EXPEDIENT
suitable for achieving a particular end in a given circumstance
The meaning of the word expedient is suitable for achieving a particular end in a given circumstance.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| vivisection | the cutting of or operation on a living animal usually for physiological or pathological investigation |
| pastiche | a literary, artistic, musical, or architectural work that imitates the style of previous work |
| deputize | to appoint as deputy |
| hirsute | hairy |
| adept | thoroughly proficient : expert |
| espionage | the practice of spying or using spies to obtain information about the plans and activities especially of a foreign government or a competing company |
| irony | the use of words to express something other than and especially the opposite of the literal meaning |
| laceration | the act of lacerating |
| gait | a manner of walking or moving on foot |
| gobble | to swallow or eat greedily |