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Exploit Definition & Meaning

exploit
noun
  1. a notable achievement; "he performed a great feat"; "the book was her finest effort"
verb
  1. use or manipulate to one's advantage; "He exploit the new taxation system"; "She knows how to work the system"; "he works his parents for sympathy"
  2. draw from; make good use of; "we must exploit the resources we are given wisely"
  3. work excessively hard; "he is exploiting the students"

"Exploit" in song lyrics

See how exploit is used in real songs:

  • "That I exploit"
    Kid Rock — Cramp Ya Style
  • "Ya try to fill the void, so weed you exploit"
    Sean Slaughter — Mental Purgatory
  • "But I am shoppin for my wish to exploit"
    Souls of Mischief — 93 'Til Infinity

Usage tips for "exploit"

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Frequently asked questions

What does exploit mean?
a notable achievement; "he performed a great feat"; "the book was her finest effort" use or manipulate to one's advantage; "He exploit the new taxation system"; "She knows how to work the system"; "he works his parents for sympathy" draw from; make good use of; "we must exploit the resources we are given wisely" work excessively hard; "he is exploiting the students"
What part of speech is exploit?
Exploit is a noun and a verb.
How many definitions does exploit have?
Exploit has 4 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).

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