mercenary
Pronunciation:
/ˈmɜː.sə.nə.ɹi//ˈmɝsəˌnɛɹi/noun
Definitions
One motivated by gain, especially monetary.
A person employed to fight in an armed conflict who is not a member of the state or military group for which they are fighting and whose primary motivation is private gain.
One hired to engage in a figurative battle, as a corporate takeover, a lawsuit, or a political campaign.
adjective
Definitions
Motivated by private gain.