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Expedience (Noun)

Meaning 1

The quality of being suited to the end in view.

Classification

Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.

Examples

  • Economists argue that the new tax reform is guided by the principle of expedience, rather than a commitment to long-term economic health.
  • The politician's decision to support the unpopular policy is seen by many as a choice driven by expedience rather than principle.
  • The surgeon's expedience in performing the emergency operation saved the patient's life, but she knew it was not the ideal solution.
  • For centuries, monarchs have ruled with expedience, making decisions that benefited them and their families rather than the general population.
  • In a competitive market, companies often prioritize expedience over ethics, sacrificing quality and worker safety for the sake of meeting demand quickly.

Synonyms

  • Expediency

Antonyms

  • Inexpedience

Hypernyms

  • Vantage

Related Words

  • Expedient (adjective)

Meaning 2

Taking advantage of opportunities without regard for the consequences for others.

Classification

Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.

Synonyms

  • Self-interest
  • Self-seeking
  • Opportunism

Hypernyms

  • Selfishness

Related Words

  • Expedient (adjective)
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