expedient in Italian

expedient in Italian is conveniente, opportuno, escamotage — expedient means convenient and practical for achieving a goal, though not necessarily right or moral.

expedient in Italian

conveniente

adj

Suitable to effect some desired end or the purpose intended.

opportuno

adj

Suitable to effect some desired end or the purpose intended.

opportuno

adj

(obsolete) Expeditious, quick, rapid.

escamotage

noun

A method or means for achieving a particular result, especially when direct or efficient; a resource.

espediente

noun

A method or means for achieving a particular result, especially when direct or efficient; a resource.

ripiego

noun

A method or means for achieving a particular result, especially when direct or efficient; a resource.

What does "expedient" mean?

adjective Convenient and practical for achieving a goal, though not necessarily right or moral.
"It was politically expedient to avoid the issue before the election."
noun A convenient method used to achieve a result quickly, especially as a shortcut.
"They resorted to legal expedients rather than fixing the underlying problem."

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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”.

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”.

expedient in a sentence

It was politically expedient to avoid the issue before the election.
They resorted to legal expedients rather than fixing the underlying problem.

Similar words in Italian

advisable prudent tactical wise

Common Italian translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "expedient" in Italian?

"expedient" in Italian is conveniente, opportuno, escamotage. expedient means: Convenient and practical for achieving a goal, though not necessarily right or moral.

How do you use "expedient" in a sentence?

Example: "It was politically expedient to avoid the issue before the election." In Italian, "expedient" is conveniente, opportuno, escamotage.

Are there other ways to say "expedient" in Italian?

Yes — Italian has 5 translations listed for "expedient": conveniente, opportuno, escamotage, espediente, ripiego.

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