gloryhunter
nounUK /ˈɡlɔːriˌhʌntə/
US /ˈɡlɔːriˌhʌntər/
A gloryhunter is someone who only joins a team or group when it is winning.
He never supported the club before, so everyone called him a gloryhunter.
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2. A person who seeks fame and praise for themselves rather than for the group.
The coach warned the players not to be gloryhunters who only care about headlines.
3. A soldier or adventurer who joins a cause mainly for rewards or reputation.
In the old story, the gloryhunter switched sides whenever the pay was better.
4. Someone who takes credit for other people's success.
She did none of the work but acted like a gloryhunter at the celebration.