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expedient

释义

expedient

adjective

UK /ɪkˈspiːdiənt/

1
used for describing an action that produces an immediate result or solution to a problem, even though it may not be fair or honest
The Prime Minister can call an election when it is politically expedient.
Synonyms and related words
Useful and effective and working correctly
useful
efficient
effective

expedient

adjective

US /ɪkˈspidiənt/

1
used for describing an action that produces an immediate result or solution to a problem, even though it may not be fair or honest
The Prime Minister can call an election when it is politically expedient.
Synonyms and related words
Useful and effective and working correctly
useful
efficient
effective

expedient

noun countable

UK /ɪkˈspiːdiənt/

Word Forms

singular	expedient
plural	expedients

1
an action that produces an immediate result or solution to a problem, even though it may not be fair or honest
He gained entry by the simple expedient of bribing the doorman.
Synonyms and related words
Ways of solving problems
solution
compromise
remedy

expedient

noun countable

US /ɪkˈspidiənt/

Word Forms

singular	expedient
plural	expedients

1
an action that produces an immediate result or solution to a problem, even though it may not be fair or honest
He gained entry by the simple expedient of bribing the doorman.
Synonyms and related words
Ways of solving problems
solution
compromise
remedy

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