Exploit — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms
Meaning & Definition of Exploit
Exploit (noun)
- deed, act; especially, a notable, memorable, or heroic act
Exploit (verb)
- to make productive use of, utilize
- to make use of meanly or unfairly for one's own advantage
Exploit (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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to take unfair advantage of
"the type of person who exploits a friend's good nature by constantly sponging off of him"
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to control or take advantage of by artful, unfair, or insidious means
"a politician more than willing to exploit any national tragedy for political gain"
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to put into action or service
"it will be a shame if you don't exploit your artistic talent to the fullest"
Exploit (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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an act of notable skill, strength, or cleverness
"the fanciful exploits of the giant lumberjack Paul Bunyan"
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something done by someone
"once famed as an actor, John Wilkes Booth is now remembered for a single exploit, his assassination of Lincoln"
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an exciting or noteworthy event that one experiences firsthand
"a memoir recounting three decades of exploits as a roving foreign correspondent for TV news"
Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Exploit
The most common words with a similar meaning to Exploit:
Near Antonyms of Exploit
Word Forms of Exploit
Inflections: exploits, exploited, exploiting
Derived words: exploitability (noun), exploitable (adjective), exploiter (noun)
Origin & Etymology of Exploit
Middle English espleit, expleit, esploit, exploit "furtherance, favorable outcome, outcome (good or bad), undertaking, military expedition, deed of arms," borrowed from Anglo-French espleit, esploit, exploit "carrying out, execution, achievement, course, success, gain," probably noun derivative of espleiter, esploiter "to carry out, achieve, expedite" exploit:2
First known use: 15th century
Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Exploit
- CEFR level: B2 English Vocabulary — Page 10
- Topics: Common Actions / Verbs
Frequently Asked Questions about Exploit
What does "Exploit" mean?
"Exploit" means deed, act; especially, a notable, memorable, or heroic act. As an a noun and a verb, it is defined as: deed, act; especially, a notable, memorable, or heroic act. It has 6 distinct senses.
What is another word for "Exploit"?
Other words for "Exploit" include abuse, capitalize (on), cash in (on), impose (on or upon), leverage, milk, pimp and play (on or upon). The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Exploit" you intend.
What are different ways to say "Exploit"?
There are 126 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Exploit". Common alternatives include abuse, capitalize (on), cash in (on), impose (on or upon), leverage, milk, pimp, play (on or upon), use and work.
How do you use "Exploit" in a sentence?
Examples of "Exploit" in a sentence: "the type of person who exploits a friend's good nature by constantly sponging off of him"; "a politician more than willing to exploit any national tragedy for political gain"; "it will be a shame if you don't exploit your artistic talent to the fullest".
Is "Exploit" a noun, verb, or adjective?
"Exploit" can be used as a noun and a verb, depending on the context.
Is "Exploit" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?
As a B2-level word, "Exploit" is typical of Cambridge B2 First (FCE), IELTS band 5.5–6.5, TOEFL iBT 72–94, PTE Academic 59–75, TOEIC Listening & Reading 785+.
How do you pronounce "Exploit"?
"Exploit" is pronounced /ˈek-ˌsplȯit/ as a noun and /ik-ˈsplȯit/ as a verb and divided into syllables as ex·ploit.
What is the origin of the word "Exploit"?
"Exploit" comes from Middle English espleit, expleit, esploit, exploit "furtherance, favorable outcome, outcome (good or bad), undertaking, military expedition, deed of arms," borrowed from Anglo-French espleit, esploit, exploit "carrying out, execution, achievement, course, success, gain," probably noun derivative of espleiter, esploiter "to carry out, achieve, expedite" exploit:2. First known use: 15th century.