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expediency.

The quality of being fit or suitable to effect some desired end or the purpose intended; suitability for particular circumstance or situation.

10 characters4 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

noun/ɛkˈspiː.dɪ.ən.si/
  1. The quality of being fit or suitable to effect some desired end or the purpose intended; suitability for particular circumstance or situation.

    uncountable
  2. Pursuit of the course of action that brings the desired effect even if it is unjust or unprincipled.

    uncountable
  3. Haste; dispatch.

    countable · obsolete · uncountable
  4. An expedient.

    countable
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