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exploit

verb, noun
/ɪkˈsplɔɪt/

Meaning

to make full use of and derive benefit from (a resource); to use someone unfairly for one’s own advantage

Example Sentences

The company was accused of exploiting child labor.

Example Expressions

exploit opportunities

Synonyms

utilize, take advantage, abuse, capitalize, manipulate

Antonyms

neglect, ignore, support

Collocations

exploit resources, exploit workers, exploit opportunities, exploit system

Related Vocabularies

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