Definition of expedience Expedience

/ɪkspiˈdiʌns/ - [ikspeedeeuns] - ex•pe•di•ence

We found 8 definitions of expedience from 4 different sources.

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What does expedience mean?

WordNet

WordNet by Princeton University

Noun

Plural: expediences

expedience - the quality of being suited to the end in view
  expediency
  inexpedience, inexpediency the quality of being unsuited to the end in view
  vantage, advantage place or situation affording some advantage (especially a comprehensive view or commanding perspective)
expedience - taking advantage of opportunities without regard for the consequences for others
  opportunism, self-interest, self-seeking
  selfishness stinginess resulting from a concern for your own welfare and a disregard of others
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Wiktionary Wiktionary dictionary logo

  • expedience (Noun)
    The quality of being fit or suitable to effect some desired end or the purpose intended; propriety or advisability under the particular circumstances of a case.
  • expedience (Noun)
    Speed, haste or urgency.
  • expedience (Noun)
    Something that is expedient.
  • expedience (Noun)
    An expedition; enterprise; adventure.

Webster DictionaryWebster's Unabridged Dictionary 📘

  • expedience (n.)
    Alt. of Expediency

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