opportunism
nounUK /ˌɒpəˈtjuːnɪzəm/
US /ˌɑːpərˈtuːnɪzəm/
Taking advantage of a chance to help yourself, even if it is not fair to others.
His opportunism showed when he took credit for the team's work.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. The practice of doing whatever is easiest or most useful at the moment instead of following a plan.
The coach's opportunism led him to change the lineup every game.
3. Using a situation to gain power or money without caring about right and wrong.
The politician's opportunism angered voters who wanted honest leaders.
4. In biology, a way of living where an animal or plant quickly uses any food or space it finds.
Weeds are examples of opportunism because they grow anywhere they can.