Exploit meaning

What does “exploit” mean? Definitions, examples, synonyms and opposites.

“exploit” is a noun and verb with 4 meanings. Its most common meaning is: a notable achievement.

exploit

noun

a notable achievement
“he performed a great feat”
“the book was her finest effort”
Synonymsfeat effort

verb

use or manipulate to one's advantage
“He exploit the new taxation system”
“She knows how to work the system”
Synonymswork
draw from; make good use of
“we must exploit the resources we are given wisely”
Synonymstap
work excessively hard
“he is exploiting the students”
Synonymsoverwork

Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University

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