EXPEDIENT


Meaning of EXPEDIENT in English

n. Function: adjective

dictated by practical or prudential motives FF1C; decided it was not expedient to interfere yet FF1E;

Synonyms: advisable, politic, prudent, tactical, wise

Related Words: advantageous, beneficial, convenient, practical, profitable, useful, utilitarian; opportune, seasonable, timely, well-timed; feasible, possible, practicable; appropriate, fit, fitting, suitable; judicious

Contrasted Words: deleterious, detrimental; harmful, hurtful, injurious; fruitless, futile, vain; inappropriate, uncalled-for, unfitting, unsuitable; impolite, imprudent, inadvisable, injudicious, unwise

Antonyms: inexpedient

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