expediency

Meanings

Plural: expediencies

Noun

• the quality of being suited to the end in view
• The quality of being fit or suitable to effect some desired end or the purpose intended; suitability for particular circumstance or situation.
• Pursuit of the course of action that brings the desired effect even if it is unjust or unprincipled.
• Haste; dispatch.
• An expedient.

Synonyms

convenience, expedience

Antonyms

inexpedience, inexpediency

Related Words

expede, expedience, expedient, expedite, expedition