1. a person who takes advantage of circumstances to gain immediate benefit regardless of the principles or consequences
Usage: often disapproving

1. taking advantage of circumstances to gain immediate benefit regardless of the principles or consequences
Usage: often disapproving

Examples

• The politician was criticized as an opportunist who changed positions based on polls.
• She’s not a true believer in the cause, just an opportunist seeking personal gain.
• His opportunist behavior during the crisis damaged his reputation.
• The company took an opportunist approach to the market downturn.
• Many viewed her sudden support for the popular movement as opportunist.
• He made opportunist investments during the economic uncertainty.