Gelegdieerdheid
Gelegdieerdheid is a rarely used Dutch neologism that refers to the capacity or tendency to act on opportunities or favorable circumstances. It is not widely attested in standard dictionaries, and its precise meaning can vary by author. In general, the term is used to describe how individuals or organizations identify and exploit openings in a given environment, with emphasis on adaptability, timing, and risk assessment. The concept is often discussed in relation to planning and decision making, sometimes contrasting opportunistic responsiveness with more rigid or principled approaches.
Etymology and form: The word appears to be built from the Dutch noun gelegenheid (opportunity, occasion) together
Usage and interpretation: Gelegdieerdheid may appear in theoretical writings on sociology, organizational studies, or behavioral psychology
See also: opportunism, agility, flexibility, situational ethics.
References: There is no stable, widely cited body of sources for this term; its use remains marginal