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Vocabulary Entry
exploitation
|noun • verb
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N
noun
The action of making use of something in a way that is unfair or unethical.
Example Sentences
"The exploitation of resources has led to severe environmental problems."
"Worker exploitation is a major issue in many industries."
"The documentary highlighted the exploitation of child labor in some countries."
V
verb
To make full use of and derive benefit from (a resource), often in an unfair or unethical manner.
Example Sentences
"The company was accused of exploiting its workers for maximum profit."
"They sought to exploit the new technology to gain a competitive edge."
"She felt that her talents were being exploited by the organization."