opportunist
0 antonyms and opposites of opportunist, grouped by meaning.
Noun — A person who seizes any chance to benefit themselves, often disregarding principle or fairness.
Etymology
From French opportuniste, built from opportune plus the "-ist" suffix.
Full origin of opportunist →Frequently asked questions
What does “opportunist” mean?
The word “opportunist” means a person who seizes any chance to benefit themselves, often disregarding principle or fairness. In plain terms, someone who grabs any advantage they can, often at the expense of ethics or loyalty.
How do you pronounce “opportunist”?
“Opportunist” is pronounced o-puh-TYOO-nihst (/ˌɒpə(ɹ)ˈtjuːnɪst/ in IPA).
How do you use “opportunist” in a sentence?
Here is “opportunist” used in a sentence: “Critics called the politician a shameless opportunist for switching sides so quickly.”
What part of speech is “opportunist”?
“Opportunist” is a noun.
Where does the word “opportunist” come from?
The word “opportunist” comes from French. From French opportuniste, built from opportune plus the "-ist" suffix.