bottom feeder

/ˌbɑdəm ˌfidər/
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Other forms: bottom feeders

Definitions of bottom feeder
  1. noun
    an opportunist who profits from the misfortunes of others
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    type of:
    opportunist, self-seeker
    a person who places expediency above principle
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