as in aggression
Related Words
Relevance
Dissimilar Words
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of opportunism
In my view, these rules strike a reasonable balance between giving firms discretion to tell their story and giving investors information to detect managerial opportunism.
—
Shivaram Rajgopal, Forbes.com, 14 June 2025
Of course, given the ubiquity of such ambitious politicians of all flavors, everywhere, all the time, the charge of cynical opportunism has fairly short legs.
—Dain Fitzgerald, The Washington Examiner, 6 June 2025
Called out for opportunism by Hochman during the race, Gascón eventually recommended resentencing for the brothers.
—Dominic Patten, Deadline, 16 Apr. 2025
Charlotte Hornets The Mark Williams trade was a spectacular piece of opportunism that sadly went by the wayside when the Lakers flunked his physical, but give the Hornets points for nearly pulling that off.
—John Hollinger, The Athletic, 12 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for opportunism
Shivaram Rajgopal, Forbes.com, 14 June 2025
Of course, given the ubiquity of such ambitious politicians of all flavors, everywhere, all the time, the charge of cynical opportunism has fairly short legs.
—Dain Fitzgerald, The Washington Examiner, 6 June 2025
Called out for opportunism by Hochman during the race, Gascón eventually recommended resentencing for the brothers.
—Dominic Patten, Deadline, 16 Apr. 2025
Charlotte Hornets The Mark Williams trade was a spectacular piece of opportunism that sadly went by the wayside when the Lakers flunked his physical, but give the Hornets points for nearly pulling that off.
—John Hollinger, The Athletic, 12 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for opportunism
Recent Examples of Synonyms for opportunism
Noun
-
Both cited trade deadline aggression from general manager Brian Cashman as their reason for picking the Yankees.—
Tim Crowley,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 July 2025
-
Gone is the bulky cladding, revealing the raw aggression of the Wilbers chassis, boxer engine, and extra-long swingarm.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
15 July 2025
Noun
-
Roca’s maneuvers have both a theatrical elegance and a fearsome daring; his bravado is refined by his bravery, his defiant gaze challenging not just the bull but death itself.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
24 June 2025
-
The plane was at least five thousand pounds over its normal gross weight, but Earhart had coaxed the Electra into the air with her usual casual daring.—
Laurie Gwen Shapiro,
New Yorker,
2 June 2025
Noun
-
Being direct with people earns their respect faster than any lecture about motivation.—
Marek Niedzwiedz,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
-
That has provided motivation for the 21-year-old receiver.—
Sean Hammond,
Chicago Tribune,
13 July 2025
Noun
-
Morikawa is on a yearslong mission to regain his killer instinct.—
Brody Miller,
New York Times,
18 May 2025
-
Will Joe finally find that perfect love he’s been searching for, or will his killer instincts ruin everything yet again?—
Dana Feldman,
Forbes.com,
26 Mar. 2025
Noun
-
Detroit has long been associated with the enduring legacy of the automotive industry.—
William Jones,
Freep.com,
22 July 2025
-
To put that in context, industry leader Waymo now operates 1,500 such vehicles.—
Richard Brack,
Austin American Statesman,
22 July 2025
Noun
-
Each meal service is also accompanied by a variety of premium wine and spirits as well as soft drinks.—
Michael Cappetta,
Travel + Leisure,
20 July 2025
-
Nearby is also Saint Paul Mountain Farms, an orchard and vineyard producing local wines, hard ciders and spirits.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
20 July 2025
Cite this Entry
“Opportunism.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/opportunism. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share