Expediency

noun

/ɛk.ˈspiː.dɪ.ən.si/

Word Frequency: 1.4

Definitions

1.nounThe quality of being fit or suitable to effect some desired end or the purpose intended; suitability for particular circumstance or situation.

2.nounPursuit of the course of action that brings the desired effect even if it is unjust or unprincipled.

3.nounHaste; dispatch.

4.nounAn expedient.

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