carpetbagged
/ˈkɑrpɪtˌbæɡd/
adjective
- Describing a person who has moved to a new area for political or financial gain, often with negative connotations.
- Many residents resented the carpetbagged businessman who bought up local properties.
- The newspaper called him a carpetbagged opportunist seeking a Senate seat.
- The carpetbagged candidate faced criticism for not understanding local issues.
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