What does carpetbagger mean?
A person who moves to a new area, especially a Southern state, after the American Civil War, often to take advantage of political or economic opportunities; a person who opportunistically takes advantage of a situation, especially in a way that is considered unscrupulous or exploitative.
Example
"The carpetbagger politician was accused of exploiting the local economy for personal gain."
Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.