opportunist
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/ˌɑːpərˈtuːnɪst/
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/ˌɒpəˈtjuːnɪst/
Taking advantage of opportunities, often for personal gain.
The player scored an opportunist goal by quickly reacting to the loose ball.
A person who takes advantage of opportunities, especially for personal gain.
The opportunist politician changed their stance to gain more votes.