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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

exploitation

/ɛksplɔɪˈteɪʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does exploitation mean?

noun

The act of making use of something for one's own advantage, often in a way that is unfair or unjust. The use of a resource or situation for personal gain.

Example

"The company's exploitation of cheap labor led to widespread criticism."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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