Synonyms for opportunism
ˌɒp ərˈtu nɪz əm, -ˈtyu-op·por·tunism

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1. opportunism, self-interest, self-seeking, expediencenoun

   taking advantage of opportunities without regard for the consequences for others

   Synonyms:
   expediency, self-concern, self-seeking, self-interest, expedience, egoism, self-centeredness, egocentrism

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1. List of paraphrases for "opportunism":

   expediency, expedience

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1. Donald Lowry:

   The ASC decision applies the reins to Suncor, who tried to stampede our shareholders, this decision exposes Suncor's opportunism and levels the playing field.

2. Jeffrey Chester:

   There's a level of altruism here, but there's also a tremendous amount of opportunism to place themselves in a very favorable light.

3. Graciela Romer:

   It seems more like electoral opportunism.

4. Jonathan Pryke:

   China's engagement in the Pacific IslandsBoth today has been one driven by opportunism, they're trying to gain as much influence as they can.

5. Marco Rubio:

   Ever since arriving in Washington, Val Demings has made it harder for police to do their jobs while enabling violent criminals, today’s demonstration is solely motivated by her run for Senate, and is too little, too late for the many Americans affected by the uptick in violent crime. This is political opportunism at its worst.