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Meaning of opportunist | Babel Free

Noun CEFR C2 Specialized
/ˌɒpə(ɹ)ˈtjuːnɪst/

Definitions

Someone who takes advantage of any opportunity to advance their own situation, placing expediency above principle.

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Examples

“James Milner's angled free-kick was headed on to the post by the tireless Bent and Lampard the opportunist was perfectly placed to stoop and head in from virtually on the goal-line.”

CEFR level

C2
Mastery
This word is part of the CEFR C2 vocabulary — mastery level.

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