As a verb, exploit commonly means to selfishly take advantage of someone in order to profit from them or otherwise benefit oneself. As a noun, exploit means a notable or heroic accomplishment. ... The noun form of the verb exploit is exploitation, and the adjective form is exploitative, as in exploitative practices.

Is exploit a verb or adjective?

Verb He has never fully exploited his talents. Top athletes are able to exploit their opponents' weaknesses.

Is Exploitery a word?

An exploiter is a user, someone who takes advantage of other people or things for their own gain. Being an exploiter is selfish and unethical. To exploit someone is to use them in a way that's wrong, like an employer who pays low wages but demands long hours. An exploiter is a person who treats others this way.