expediency in Dutch

expediency in Dutch is doelmatigheid, gepastheid, opportunisme — expediency means how suitable an action is for reaching a particular goal in the circumstances.

expediency in Dutch

doelmatigheid

noun

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

gepastheid

noun

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

opportunisme

noun

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

passendheid

noun

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

toepasselijkheid

noun

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

What does "expediency" mean?

noun How suitable an action is for reaching a particular goal in the circumstances.
"However, by that time the powerful tides of political unionism, metropolitan fashion and commercial expediency were flowing against the language, at least among the Scottish elites."
noun Choosing whatever action brings the wanted result, even if it is unfair or wrong.
"Others warned the British government’s approach would be imitated, for political expediency, by authorities elsewhere."
noun Speed in getting something done.
noun An expedient.

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Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

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Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

expediency in a sentence

However, by that time the powerful tides of political unionism, metropolitan fashion and commercial expediency were flowing against the language, at least among the Scottish elites.
Others warned the British government’s approach would be imitated, for political expediency, by authorities elsewhere.

Similar words in Dutch

convenience expedience

Common Dutch translations

the of to and A in I IS that for you IT

Frequently asked questions

What is "expediency" in Dutch?

"expediency" in Dutch is doelmatigheid, gepastheid, opportunisme. expediency means: How suitable an action is for reaching a particular goal in the circumstances.

Are there other ways to say "expediency" in Dutch?

Yes — Dutch has 5 translations listed for "expediency": doelmatigheid, gepastheid, opportunisme, passendheid, toepasselijkheid.

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