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Definition expedient in American English

expedient adjective

adjective
/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

Example

The Prime Minister can call an election when it is politically expedient.

Synonyms and related words
useful efficient effective
Definition expedient in American English