Synonyms for
Exploit
Definition
to take advantage of a situation or person for one's own gain
Synonyms & similar words
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Informal
Antonyms
Common collocations
- exploit resources
- exploit opportunities
- exploit weaknesses
- exploit a situation
- exploit labor
- exploit fully
- exploit the system
Word family
Usage note
The verb 'exploit' can have a negative connotation, implying unfair or unethical use, especially when referring to people or resources. The noun 'exploitation' almost always carries this negative meaning.
Example sentences
- The company exploited the workers by paying them low wages.
- He tried to exploit his opponent's mistake to win the game.
- She learned how to exploit her talents to achieve success.
- The politician was accused of exploiting the fears of the public.
- The team tried to exploit the weakness of the rival team's defense.
Quotes
The only way to do great work is to love what you do. If you haven't found it yet, keep looking. Don't settle. As with all matters of the heart, you'll know when you find it. - Steve Jobs
The will to win, the desire to succeed, the urge to reach your full potential...these are the keys that will unlock the door to personal excellence. - Confucius
Success is not final, failure is not fatal: It is the courage to continue that counts. - Winston Churchill