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exploit
(/I/k'spl//Oi//t )

noun (n)

  • a notable achievement(noun.act)
    Synonym:
    effort, feat
    source: wordnet30
  • A deed or act; especially, a heroic act; a deed of renown; an adventurous or noble achievement; as, the exploits of Alexander the Great.(noun)
    source: webster1913

verb (v)

  • use or manipulate to one's advantage(verb.consumption)
    Example:
    He exploit the new taxation system.
    Synonym:
    work
    source: wordnet30
  • draw from; make good use of(verb.consumption)
    Example:
    We must exploit the resources we are given wisely.
    Synonym:
    tap
    source: wordnet30
  • work excessively hard(verb.social)
    Example:
    He is exploiting the students.
    Synonym:
    overwork
    source: wordnet30
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