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How do you spell Opportunist?

Correct spelling

opportunist

Two P's, two T's - like a ship needs double masts for opportunity

Why is opportunist spelled this way?

From Latin opportunus, favorable. OB (toward) + PORTUS (harbor). An opportunist sails toward every favorable harbor — advantage seized wherever the wind blows.

Common misspellings of opportunist

oportunistoppertunistopportunest

Example

The political opportunist switched parties when polls showed his support falling.

Frequently asked questions

How do you spell opportunist?+
The correct spelling is "opportunist". Two P's, two T's - like a ship needs double masts for opportunity
Is it oportunist or opportunist?+
The correct spelling is "opportunist", not "oportunist".

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