opportunistic
2 synonyms for opportunistic, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adjective — Quick to take advantage of opportunities as they arise, often without regard for principles.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
opportunist
timeserving
How to use opportunistic
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
opportunistic behavior
opportunistic infection
opportunistic feeder
Etymology
From opportunist plus the adjective suffix "-ic."
Full origin of opportunistic →Frequently asked questions
What does “opportunistic” mean?
The word “opportunistic” means quick to take advantage of opportunities as they arise, often without regard for principles. In plain terms, ready to exploit a chance the moment it appears, whether in business, nature, or personal ambition.
How do you pronounce “opportunistic”?
“Opportunistic” is pronounced op-uh-tyoo-NIHS-tihk (/ˌɑ.pɚˌt(j)uːˈnɪs.tɪk/ in IPA).
How do you use “opportunistic” in a sentence?
Here is “opportunistic” used in a sentence: “The company made an opportunistic acquisition when its rival went bankrupt.”
What part of speech is “opportunistic”?
“Opportunistic” is an adjective.
