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 |
|---|---|
| miscellany | separate writings collected in one volume |
| contortions | to twist in a violent manner |
| disparage | to depreciate (see depreciate |
| palpitate | to beat rapidly and strongly : throb |
| indisputable | not disputable : unquestionable |
| abject | sunk to or existing in a low state or condition : very bad or severe |
| purveyor | one that purveys |
| invective | insulting or abusive language : vituperation |
| simile | a figure of speech comparing two unlike things that is often introduced by like or as (as in cheeks like roses) compare metaphor |
| restitution | an act of restoring or a condition of being restored: such as |