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
induceto move by persuasion or influence
remorsea gnawing distress arising from a sense of guilt for past wrongs : self-reproach
veneera thin sheet of a material: such as
cognizancea distinguishing mark or emblem (such as a heraldic bearing)
unfeignednot feigned or hypocritical : genuine
shuntto turn off to one side : shift
stippleto engrave by means of dots and flicks
foiblethe part of a sword or foil blade between the middle and point
miniona servile dependent, follower, or underling
disgruntleto make ill-humored or discontented