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opportunism Synonyms

Another word for opportunism

Choosing another word for opportunism depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

The practice of taking advantage of immediate circumstances or opportunities for personal or political gain, with little regard for ethical principles or long-term consequences.

Usage Example

"Critics accused the candidate of blatant expediency after he reversed his stance on the tax bill just days before the election."

Strongest
expediency
Strong
machiavellianism
self-seeking
exploitation
careerism
self-interest

• noun (Context 2)

In ecology and medicine, the ability of an organism or pathogen to adapt flexibly to changing environmental conditions or to exploit a weakened host.

Usage Example

"Dietary adaptability allows coyotes to thrive in both rural wilderness and dense urban neighborhoods."

Strong
adaptability

Opposites of opportunism

The opposite of opportunism shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

idealism
integrity
rectitude
altruism
selflessness
See all opposites of opportunism

• Nearby Words

opossum
opponent
opportune
opportunism
opportunist
opportunistic
opportunistically

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Opportunism. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/opportunism
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