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 |
|---|---|
| unobtrusive | not obtrusive : not blatant, arresting, or aggressive : inconspicuous |
| sacrilegious | committing or characterized by sacrilege : having or showing a lack of proper respect for a sacred person, place, or object |
| solder | a metal or metallic alloy used when melted to join metallic surfaces |
| comeuppance | a deserved rebuke or penalty : deserts |
| misconduct | mismanagement especially of governmental or military responsibilities |
| reproach | an expression of rebuke or disapproval |
| subtlety | the quality or state of being subtle |
| ratify | to approve and sanction formally : confirm |
| shambles | a meat market |
| doctrine | a principle or position or the body of principles in a branch of knowledge or system of belief : dogma |