opportuniste — meaning in English
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English meaning
- opportunist noun A person who seizes any chance to benefit themselves, often disregarding principle or fairness.
- opportunistic adjective Quick to take advantage of opportunities as they arise, often without regard for principles.
Senses
opportuniste is used for these senses in English:
- carpetbagger (pejorative, by extension) One who comes to a place or organisation with which they have no previous connection with the sole or primary aim of personal gain, especially political or financial gain.
- opportunist Someone who takes advantage of any opportunity to advance their own situation, placing expediency above principle.
- opportunistic Taking advantage of situations to advance one's own interests without regard for moral principles.