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to exploit
01
to use someone or something in an unfair way, which is only advantageous to oneself
Transitive: to exploit sb/sth
Grammatical Information
Composition
Simple
Action verb
Regular
Present tense
exploit
3rd person singular
exploits
Present participle
exploiting
Past simple
exploited
Past participle
exploited
Examples
Some companies exploit natural resources without regard for environmental conservation.
02
to utilize or take full advantage of something, often resources, opportunities, or skills
Transitive: to exploit a resource
Examples
The innovative chef knew how to exploit the diverse flavors of exotic spices to create unique and delightful dishes.
03
to take advantage of someone by making them work a lot and paying them less than is deserved
Transitive: to exploit a worker
Examples
Employers may exploit their workers by paying low wages and providing unsafe working conditions.
Exploit
01
a daring achievement, often requiring skill, courage, or effort
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Abstract
Composition
Compound
Countable
Plural form
exploits
Examples
Climbing Mount Everest was his greatest exploit.
Lexical Tree
exploitation
exploitative
exploitatory
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