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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martineta strict disciplinarian
balma balsamic (see balsamic
mordantbiting and caustic in thought, manner, or style : incisive
precipitateto throw violently : hurl
regenta person who governs a kingdom in the minority, absence, or disability of the sovereign
pitha usually continuous central strand of spongy tissue in the stems of most vascular plants that probably functions chiefly in storage
umbragea feeling of pique or resentment at some often fancied slight or insult
gruesomeinspiring horror or repulsion : grisly
sovereigntysupreme power especially over a body politic
estrangedhaving lost former closeness and affection : in a state of alienation from a previous close or familial relationship