exploited
Pronunciación: [ɪkˈsplɔɪtɪd]
Palabra
Contexto: «fairness»
(verb) to take advantage of someone or something in a way that is unfair or wrong. It often means using someone's weakness for your own benefit, especially when that person is not treated fairly.
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The workers were recognized for their hard work and were not exploited by their employer.
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Many workers feel that they are exploited when they are not paid fairly for their long hours.
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Do you think it's right to exploit people who are desperate for a job?
Contexto: «resource use»
(verb) to make full use of something in order to gain an advantage. It can refer to using natural resources or skills to get the most benefit from them.
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The company exploited the new technology to improve their production process.
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If we don't use renewable energy wisely, we might exploit our natural resources too much.
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How can we best exploit our abilities to succeed in school?
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