Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
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expedient | Yes | Yes | No | No |
expedience | Yes | No | No | No |
expedient (noun) | expedience (noun) |
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a means to an end; not necessarily a principled or ethical one | the quality of being suited to the end in view |
taking advantage of opportunities without regard for the consequences for others |
expedient (adjective) | expedience (adjective) |
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serving to promote your interest | |
appropriate to a purpose; practical |