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timeserving    
n. 無操守,趨炎附勢

無操守,趨炎附勢

timeserving
adj 1: taking immediate advantage, often unethically, of any
circumstance of possible benefit [synonym: {opportunist},
{opportunistic}, {timeserving}]

Timeserving \Time"serv`ing\, a.
Obsequiously complying with the spirit of the times, or the
humors of those in power.
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Timeserving \Time"serv`ing\, n.
An obsequious compliance with the spirit of the times, or the
humors of those in power, which implies a surrender of one's
independence, and sometimes of one's integrity.
[1913 Webster]

Syn: Temporizing.

Usage: {Timeserving}, {Temporizing}. Both these words are
applied to the conduct of one who adapts himself
servilely to times and seasons. A timeserver is rather
active, and a temporizer, passive. One whose policy is
timeserving comes forward to act upon principles or
opinions which may promote his advancement; one who is
temporizing yields to the current of public sentiment
or prejudice, and shrinks from a course of action
which might injure him with others. The former is
dishonest; the latter is weak; and both are
contemptible.
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Trimming and timeserving, which are but two
words for the same thing, . . . produce
confusion. --South.
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[I] pronounce thee . . . a hovering temporizer,
that
Canst with thine eyes at once see good and evil,
Inclining to them both. --Shak.
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  • TIMESERVING Definition Meaning - Merriam-Webster
    The meaning of TIMESERVING is the behavior or practice of a timeserver How to use timeserving in a sentence
  • Timeserving - definition of timeserving by The Free Dictionary
    Define timeserving timeserving synonyms, timeserving pronunciation, timeserving translation, English dictionary definition of timeserving also time-serv·er n One who conforms to the prevailing ways and opinions of one's time or condition for personal advantage; an opportunist time′serv′ing
  • What does TIMESERVING mean? - Definitions. net
    Timeserving refers to the act of complying, adapting, or behaving in a certain way to gain favor or to conform with current trends, often for personal advancement or benefit, without considering personal beliefs or principles
  • TIME-SERVING | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary
    TIME-SERVING definition: 1 not working very hard at your job, because you are just waiting until you reach the age at which… Learn more
  • Timeserving - Definition, Meaning Synonyms - Vocabulary. com
    DISCLAIMER: These example sentences appear in various news sources and books to reflect the usage of the word ‘timeserving' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Vocabulary com or its editors
  • Definition of timeserving in English
    timeserving - taking immediate advantage, often unethically, of any circumstance of possible benefit opportunist , opportunistic expedient serving to promote your interest; "was merciful only when mercy was expedient"
  • TIMESERVER definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary
    A person who compromises and changes his or her opinions, way of life, etc, to suit the Click for English pronunciations, examples sentences, video
  • timeserving - definition and meaning - Wordnik
    timeserving: Characterized by an obsequious or too ready compliance with the times, and especially with the will or humors of those in authority; obsequious; truckling
  • timeserving: Explore its Definition Usage | RedKiwi Words
    Timeserving means doing only what is necessary to keep one's job or position, without any real effort or commitment It can also refer to the practice of being opportunistic and self-serving in order to gain advantage or favor Synonyms include opportunism, sycophancy, and bootlicking
  • timeserving definition - Linguix. com
    While religious freedom had been secured, philosophy had become timid, official, and timeserving; retentive as FONTENELLE of the truths within its grasp, and fearful to give utterance to aught that might disturb the stillness of the temple, the lecture-room, or fashionable auditory





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