exploited Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. verb use or manipulate to one's advantage
    exploit; work.
    • He exploit the new taxation system
    • She knows how to work the system
    • he works his parents for sympathy
  2. verb draw from; make good use of
    exploit; tap.
    • we must exploit the resources we are given wisely
  3. verb work excessively hard
    exploit; overwork.
    • he is exploiting the students
  4. adjective developed or used to greatest advantage
  5. adjective satellite of persons; taken advantage of
    put-upon; victimised; victimized; used; ill-used.
    • after going out of his way to help his friend get the job he felt not appreciated but used

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