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opportunists

[/ˌɒpərˈtjuːnɪsts/]
noun
oportunistas
1. People who take advantage of any opportunity to gain profit or benefit, often without regard for ethics or fairness
The opportunists quickly moved in to exploit the market gap.
Os oportunistas rapidamente se aproveitaram da lacuna do mercado.
2. Individuals who adapt their principles or methods to take advantage of circumstances
Political opportunists switched sides when it benefited them.
Os oportunistas políticos mudaram de lado quando era benéfico para eles.
NYC Slang
hustlers, grifters, players
Synonyms
profiteersschemersexploitersself-seekerscareerists
Antonyms
idealistspuristsprincipled individualsaltruists

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
oportunistas
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
oportunistas
Common in business and political contexts
Portugal
oportunistas
Standard European Portuguese usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

strike while the iron is hot
take advantage of someone
make hay while the sun shines
jump on the bandwagon
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