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EXPLOIT

(noun, verb)

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There are 4 meanings of the word Exploit.

How to pronounce exploit:

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Exploit - as a noun

A notable achievement

Example: "He performed a great feat"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
effort12feat7
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
accomplishment27achievement21
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Exploit - as a verb

Use or manipulate to one's advantage

Example: "He exploited the new taxation system"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
work11
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
apply12employ13use3utilise7utilize16
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Draw from; make good use of

Example: "We must exploit the resources we are given wisely"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
tap5
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
apply12employ13use3utilise7utilize16
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Work excessively hard

Example: "He is exploiting the students"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
overwork18
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
put to workwork11
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"He tried to exploit his opponent's weakness."
"The company sought to exploit new markets for their products."
"She cleverly exploited her connections to get the job."
"They were accused of exploiting their workers for cheap labor."
"The hackers were able to exploit a vulnerability in the system."
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Word Game Points

Is EXPLOIT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, exploit is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

EXPLOIT has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.

Is EXPLOIT a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, exploit is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
EXPLOIT has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.

Is EXPLOIT a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, exploit is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
EXPLOIT has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.

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