CEFR C1
opportunistic
adjective
Meaning
Taking advantage of opportunities as they arise, often with little regard for principles or long-term plans.
Examples
- The company made an opportunistic bid to acquire its rival when its stock price dropped unexpectedly.
- While some praised her quick thinking, others criticized her as being too opportunistic in her career choices.
Synonyms: expedient, pragmatic, self-serving, unscrupulous