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 |
|---|---|
| ethnic | of or relating to large groups of people classed according to common racial, national, tribal, religious, linguistic, or cultural origin or background |
| oaf | a stupid person : boob |
| culinary | of or relating to the kitchen or cookery |
| abominable | worthy of or causing disgust or hatred : detestable |
| mangy | affected with or resulting from mange |
| exigency | that which is required in a particular situation |
| posterity | the offspring of one progenitor to the furthest generation |
| asunder | into parts |
| larceny | the unlawful taking of personal property with intent to deprive the rightful owner of it permanently |
| outrage | an act of violence or brutality |