Definitions

opportunistic

[op-er-too-nis-tik, -tyoo-] / ˌɒp ər tuˈnɪs tɪk, -tyu- /

ADJECTIVE

diplomatic

Synonyms

STRONGEST

conciliatory gracious polite strategic

WEAK

adept arch artful astute bland brainy cagey calculating capable clever conniving contriving courteous crafty cunning deft delicate dexterous discreet guileful intriguing prudent savvy scheming sensitive sharp shrewd sly smooth suave subtle wily

Antonyms

STRONGEST

rude

WEAK

artless impolite tactless

ADJECTIVE

vaulting

Synonyms

STRONG

eager

WEAK

enthusiastic excessive high-flown overweening pretentious

ADJECTIVE

worldly

Synonyms

STRONGEST

cosmopolitan hardened practical selfish urbane

WEAK

avaricious been around blasé callous cool covetous disenchanted grasping greedy knowing power-loving self-centered unprincipled uptown worldly wise

Antonyms

STRONGEST

kind

WEAK

immaterial low otherworldly religious unrefined unsophisticated

Example Sentences

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Grocery Outlet’s opportunistic sourcing model has cultivated a devoted fan base of TikTok bargain hunters.

From Los Angeles Times

This has resulted in some traders going for very quick opportunistic plays, but has left the market with “no real conviction.”

From MarketWatch

In this regard, we might take note of what could be called the Labs’ opportunistic advantages.

From The Wall Street Journal

In recent years, global central banks in advanced economies opted for an opportunistic slow squeeze of post-pandemic inflation.

From MarketWatch

You will be blitzed with opportunistic marketing messages from the financial industry.

From The Wall Street Journal