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 |
|---|---|
| fissure | a narrow opening or crack of considerable length and depth usually occurring from some breaking or parting |
| atrocity | a shockingly bad or atrocious act, object, or situation |
| apparent | open to view : visible |
| relevant | having significant and demonstrable bearing on the matter at hand |
| sleigh | an open usually horse-drawn vehicle with runners for use on snow or ice |
| gauche | lacking social experience or grace |
| penury | a cramping and oppressive lack of resources (such as money) |
| sarcasm | a sharp and often satirical or ironic utterance designed to cut or give pain |
| cogitate | to ponder or meditate on usually intently |
| infallible | incapable of error : unerring |