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opportunist

noun
/ˌɑːpərˈtuːnɪst/

Meaning

A person who takes advantage of situations for personal gain, often disregarding principles.

Example Sentences

He is seen as an opportunist who always puts his interests first.

Synonyms

exploiter, self-seeker, pragmatist, schemer

Antonyms

idealist, principled person

Collocations

political opportunist, shrewd opportunist, blatant opportunist, opportunist approach

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