Exploit
To make full use of something or someone, often for one’s own benefit; to take unfair advantage of a person or a situation.
verbExploit
To make full use of something or someone, often for one’s own benefit; to take unfair advantage of a person or a situation.
verbImagine This
Picture a shrewd merchant who discovers a loophole in a contract and uses it to secure extra profits for himself, while others get the short end of the deal.
Sounds Like
ik-SPOYT
Looks Like
visually looks like the word itself; the root 'ploi/ploit' evokes the idea of a plan or trick
Remember This
The noun form 'exploitation' refers to the act of exploiting or to an exploit (a bold action) or a software vulnerability; the verb often carries a negative connotation when it involves taking unfair advantage.
Other Forms
Connect With
utilize, employ, harness, capitalize on, take advantage of
Note
Do not confuse with 'explore' (to investigate) or 'export' (to ship goods out). The root '-ploit' relates to using or laying out a plan; exploitation typically implies using someone or something for gain, sometimes unethically.