What is another word for opportunistic?
Pronunciation:
[ ɒpətjuːnˈɪstɪk], [ ɒpətjuːnˈɪstɪk], [ ɒ_p_ə_t_j_uː_n_ˈɪ_s_t_ɪ_k]
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Synonyms for Opportunistic:
adj.
• diplomatic (adjective)- clever,
- gracious,
- arch,
- scheming,
- artful,
- shrewd,
- crafty,
- suave,
- adept,
- astute,
- cagey,
- discreet,
- intriguing,
- courteous,
- subtle,
- conciliatory,
- dexterous,
- wily,
- strategic,
- conniving,
- sharp,
- delicate,
- guileful,
- polite,
- deft,
- bland,
- calculating,
- brainy,
- sensitive,
- smooth,
- cunning,
- prudent,
- Contriving,
- savvy,
- sly,
- capable.
n.
• expedient (noun) • Other relevant words: (noun)Other synonyms:
• eager • Other relevant words:- longing,
- push,
- ardor,
- energy,
- zing,
- avidity,
- audacity,
- creativity,
- enterprise,
- daring,
- voracity,
- anxiousness,
- industry,
- venturesomeness,
- hustle,
- spirit,
- innovativeness,
- gumption,
- fervour,
- quickness,
- keenness,
- organisation,
- promptness,
- organization,
- eagerness,
- heartiness,
- anticipation,
- ambition,
- dash,
- vigour,
- drive,
- zest,
- force,
- zeal,
- initiative,
- snap,
- alacrity,
- hunger,
- foresight,
- adventurousness,
- impetuosity,
- earnestness,
- courage,
- yearning,
- get-up-and-go,
- activity,
- vigor,
- intentness,
- impatience,
- fervor,
- get-up,
- readiness,
- originality,
- solicitude,
- greediness,
- resourcefulness,
- willingness,
- excitement,
- thirst,
- ardour,
- alertness,
- inventiveness,
- self-reliance,
- vehemence,
- boldness,
- resource,
- pluck,
- enthusiasm.
- machiavellian,
- self-seeking,
- adequate,
- venal,
- partial,
- appropriate,
- mercenary,
- ambitious,
- biased,
- opportunists,
- unfair,
- wise,
- one-sided,
- sophisticated,
- obsequious,
- subservient,
- self-indulgent,
- world,
- taking advantage,
- Fortune-hunting,
- opportunistically,
- earthly,
- temporal,
- sycophantic,
- arbitrary,
- convenient,
- suitable,
- on the take,
- brown-nosing,
- exploitative,
- wrongful,
- unprincipled,
- unjust,
- Gold-digging,
- apt,
- self-serving,
- desirable,
- unreasonable,
- sensible,
- carnal,
- terrestrial,
- Time-serving,
- profit-oriented,
- mundane,
- exploitive,
- on the make,
- unjustified,
- advisable,
- Toad-eating,
- unequal,
- boot-licking,
- selfish,
- hypocritical,
- secular,
- greedy,
- Toadying.
How to use "Opportunistic" in context?
Opportunistic behaviors can be seen as strategic choices made in the context of practical considerations. This term generally refers to making decisions, even in the absence of clearcut goals, in order to exploit situations and achieve one's desired outcome. Opportunistic people are very creative and can see opportunities where others see only obstacles. Sometimes, they take risks that they may not ordinarily be comfortable with in order to reap a greater reward. Opportunistic behaviors can be motivated by a desire for power, money, sex, or any other gain.
Paraphrases for Opportunistic:
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Independent
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Adjective
speculative.
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Adjective
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Adjective
opportunity, random.
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Adjective
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