Definition of "opportunity" in Englisch
noun
A chance for advancement, progress or profit.
- seize the opportunity
- take an opportunity
- missed opportunity
- The world is full of opportunities and it's up to me to see them and pursue them.
- the opportunity came and went
- You'll get a second opportunity if you miss this one.
A favorable circumstance or occasion.
- Having a holiday is a great opportunity to relax.
(nonstandard, Euro-English) Opportuneness.
- The Court questioned the opportunity of introducing these measures in such an uncertain economic climate.