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exploit

 

[ ɪkˈsplɔɪt ]

Verb / Noun
Context #1 | Verb

using for one's own benefit

To make full use of and derive benefit from (a resource). To make use of (a situation) in a way considered unfair or underhanded.

Synonyms

abuse, capitalize on, take advantage of, utilize

Examples of usage

  • He exploited his father's connections to land a job.
  • She felt exploited by her employer.
Context #2 | Noun

a bold or daring feat

A bold or daring feat. A notable or heroic act.

Synonyms

achievement, adventure, deed, feat

Examples of usage

  • The rescue mission was a great exploit.
  • His daring exploits became legendary.

Translations

Translations of the word "exploit" in other languages:

🇵🇹 explorar

🇮🇳 शोषण करना

🇩🇪 ausnutzen

🇮🇩 mengeksploitasi

🇺🇦 експлуатувати

🇵🇱 wykorzystywać

🇯🇵 悪用する (あくようする)

🇫🇷 exploiter

🇪🇸 explotar

🇹🇷 istismar etmek

🇰🇷 착취하다 (chagchwi-hada)

🇸🇦 استغلال (استغلال)

🇨🇿 využívat

🇸🇰 využiť

🇨🇳 利用 (lìyòng)

🇸🇮 izkoriščati

🇮🇸 nýta

🇰🇿 пайдалану

🇬🇪 გამოყენება

🇦🇿 istismar etmək

🇲🇽 explotar

Etymology

The word 'exploit' originated from the Latin word 'explicāre', meaning to unfold or disentangle. Over time, its meaning evolved to include making full use of resources or taking advantage of a situation. The noun form of 'exploit' also developed to describe bold or heroic feats. The word has been used in English since the 15th century.

See also: exploitable, exploitation, exploited, exploiter, exploiters, exploiting, exploits, underexploit, underexploitation.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #7,618 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.