Synonyms of the word

opportunistic

• adj. Taking advantage of situations that arise.
• adj. Taking advantage of situations to advance one's own interests without regard for moral principles.

expedient

• adj. Suitable to effect some desired end or the purpose intended.
• adj. Affording short-term benefit, often at the expense of the long-term.
• adj. Governed by self-interest, often short-term self-interest.
• adj. (obsolete) Quick; rapid; expeditious.
• n. A method or means for achieving a particular result, especially when direct or efficient; a resource.

opportunist

• n. Someone who takes advantage of any opportunity to advance his own situation, placing expediency above…

timeserving

• n. Alternative form of time-serving.