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EXPEDIENT

(adj., noun, adj.sat)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Expedient.

How to pronounce expedient:

US

Expedient - as an adjective

Serving to promote your interest

Example: "Was merciful only when mercy was expedient"

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
inexpedient

Expedient - as a noun

A means to an end; not necessarily a principled or ethical one

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
agencymeansway
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Expedient - as an adjective satellite

Appropriate to a purpose; practical

Example: "In the circumstances it was expedient to express loyalty"

Example Sentences

"Using a credit card can be an expedient way to pay for small purchases."
"The politician took expedient measures to avoid a scandal."
"In an expedient move, he decided to skip the meeting and work from home."
"It was expedient for him to hire a personal assistant to manage his schedule."
"The company made an expedient decision to cut costs by reducing staff."
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Word Game Points

Is EXPEDIENT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, expedient is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

EXPEDIENT has a SCRABBLE points total of 19.

Is EXPEDIENT a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, expedient is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
EXPEDIENT has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 21.

Is EXPEDIENT a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, expedient is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
EXPEDIENT has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.

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