expediency

/ɛk.ˈspiː.dɪ.ən.si/

IPA: /IH0 K S P IY1 D IY0 AH0 N S IY0/

noun
  1. 1

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

  2. 2

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

  3. 3

    Haste; dispatch.

  4. 4

    An expedient.

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