opportunistic
Translation
opportunistic
Examples
He made an opportunistic grab for power.
He made an opportunistic grab for power.
The virus causes opportunistic infections in patients.
The virus causes opportunistic infections in patients.
Grammar Patterns
((adjective)) ((noun)) opportunistic He made an opportunistic grab for power.
Similar Words
Synonyms: self-serving, exploitative; Antonyms: principled, altruistic
Etymology
An adjective derived from 'opportunism'. The suffix '-istic' means 'having the qualities of'.
Memory Tips
Describes someone or something that takes advantage of opportunities as they arise.