Expediency Definition

ĭk-spēdē-ən-sē
expediencies
noun
expediencies
The quality or state of being expedient; suitability for a given purpose; appropriateness to the conditions.
Webster's New World
Adherence to self-serving means.
A politician, guided by expediency rather than principle.
American Heritage
The doing or consideration of what is of selfish use or advantage rather than of what is right or just; self-interest.
Webster's New World
An expedient.
Webster's New World
(uncountable) Pursuit of the course of action that brings the desired effect even if it is unjust or unprincipled.
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Noun

Singular:
expediency
Plural:
expediencies

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