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    expedient

    expedient - Dictionary definition and meaning for word expedient

    Definition
    (noun) a means to an end; not necessarily a principled or ethical one Definition
    (adj) serving to promote your interest
    Example Sentence
    • was merciful only when mercy was expedient
    Definition
    (adj) appropriate to a purpose; practical
    Example Sentence
    • in the circumstances it was expedient to express loyalty
   Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for expedient

pronounce it like "experienced"...an experienced person is always SUITABLE for making decisions..

expedient : expert + obedient ,,, they are the most "suitable" person

Expedited plane trips are expedient (suitable or practical) since they take little time.

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u plan 2 go on an expedition so u make sure if it is expedient i.e. suitable n practical in time n money's context.

EXPEDIENT=EXPEND+DENTist EXPEND YR MONEY TO SUITABLE DENTIST

Expedient = ex means cut the ped; Make it more speedy.

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