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opportunistic

IPA pronunciation: /ˌɒp.ə.tʃuːˈnɪs.tɪk/

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Russian meaning

Оппортунистический, беспринципный

English definition

Taking immediate advantage of opportunities, often without regard for morals.

Example

The campaign was criticized as an opportunistic bid for media headlines.

Collocations

opportunistic behavior
opportunistic infection
opportunistic move

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