Opportunist
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌɒpə(ɹ)ˈtjuːnɪst/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Opportunist is a noun meaning Someone who takes advantage of any opportunity to advance their own situation, placing expediency above principle.
Meaning
Someone who takes advantage of any opportunity to advance their own situation, placing expediency above principle.
Example Sentences
James Milner's angled free-kick was headed on to the post by the tireless Bent and Lampard the opportunist was perfectly placed to stoop and head in from virtually on the goal-line.
Word Forms
- opportunists
Synonyms for opportunist
Depending on context, synonyms include chancer, expedient, opportunistic, timeserving, self-seeker.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include opportunistic, expedient, self-seeker, timeserving, convenience, user.
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