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.

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WordMeaning
lacerationthe act of lacerating
subdueto conquer and bring into subjection : vanquish
noxiousphysically harmful or destructive to living beings
bludgeona short stick that usually has one thick or loaded end and is used as a weapon
gallbrazen boldness coupled with impudent assurance and insolence
withholdto hold back from action : check
congruentcongruous
satiricalof, relating to, or constituting satire
avocationa subordinate occupation pursued in addition to one's vocation especially for enjoyment : hobby
insurrectionan act or instance of revolting against civil authority or an established government