expedient
Translation
expedient, convenient, advantageous
Examples
It was expedient to solve the problem quickly.
It was expedient to solve the problem quickly.
He made an expedient decision to save money.
He made an expedient decision to save money.
Grammar Patterns
((it is)) expedient ((to-inf)) to be convenient or practical to do (sth.) It was expedient to solve the problem quickly.
an expedient ((noun)) a convenient or practical (noun) He made an expedient decision to save money.
Similar Words
Synonyms: convenient, practical; Antonyms: inexpedient
Etymology
From Latin 'ex-' (out) + 'pes' (foot), literally 'freeing the feet'. It means removing an obstacle, hence making things convenient.
Memory Tips
Connect it with 'speed'. An expedient solution is a speedy and practical one, though sometimes morally questionable.