Synonyms for Opportunist
Definition of opportunist
adjective
- taking immediate advantage, often unethically, of any circumstance of possible benefit
noun
- a person who places expediency above principle
3 synonyms found
Writing tips for "opportunist"
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"Opportunist" in song lyrics
See how opportunist is used in real songs:
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"Better pay attention, please, don't be a opportunist"
Brotha Lynch Hung f/ G-Macc — Split Personality -
"Scandalous, sick, seething opportunist"
Cage — Scenester -
"Ghetto poet with perfect timin', I'm an opportunist"
Roscoe f/ Kokane — Get Ready