a means to an end; not necessarily a principled or ethical one; appropriate to a purpose; practical; "in the circumstances it was expedient to express loyalty"; serving to promote your interest; "was merciful only when mercy was expedient"

Frequently asked questions for expedient:

How many solutions are there for the crossword clue "EXPEDIENT"?

There are 396 solutions. The longest is BEHIND-THE-SCENES INFLUENCE with 24 letters, and the shortest is AID with 3 letters.

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How long are the solutions for "EXPEDIENT"?

Solutions are between 3 and 24 letters long.

Still in puzzle mode? Solve these clues related to ‘EXPEDIENT’

Clue	Answers

BE expedient	10
AN EXPEDIENT ADOPTED ONLY IN DESPERATION	10
EXPEDIENT (ant.)	3
TEMPORARY expedient	3
Clever expedient	2
Thinks it expedient	1
the state of being expedient	1
Temporary expedients	1
Expedients	1
Expedient route	1
Expedient course	1
in an expedient manner	1
an unplanned expedient	1
something that is indicated as expedient or necessary	1
anything that serves as an expedient	1
TEMPORARILY expedient	1
EXPEDIENT for saving reputation or soothing pride or conscience	1
expediential	1
not expedient	1

‘EXPEDIENT’ isn’t just a clue – it’s also a popular crossword answer! Check out these clues where ‘EXPEDIENT’ is the solution:

Clue	Answer

Suitable for the purpose (9)	expedient
Convenient, practical (9)
Fit for the purpose (9)
Convenient for a particular purpose (9)
Suitable to the circumstances (9)
Appropriate, convenient (9)