exploitive
Definition
- Adjective:
- Tending to exploit or make use of: Describes actions, systems, or people that unfairly use others or resources for selfish gain or advantage, often without proper regard for their well-being or fair compensation.
Usage
The adjective "exploitive" is used to characterize situations, relationships, or practices where one party benefits unjustly at the expense of another. It carries a strong negative connotation, implying unfairness, manipulation, or abuse of power. It is often used in discussions about labor, economics, ethics, and social justice.
Examples
- The company was criticized for its exploitive labor practices in overseas factories.
- Their relationship felt exploitive, as he seemed only interested in her wealth and connections.
- Activists protested against the exploitive mining operations that damaged the local environment.
Advanced Usage
- "exploitive nature": Used to describe the inherent characteristic of a system or action that is based on exploitation.
- The documentary exposed the exploitive nature of the fast fashion industry.
- "morally exploitive": Emphasizes the ethical dimension of the unfair use.
- Using children in advertising for such products is considered morally exploitive.
Variants and Related Words
- Exploitative (adj): This is a more common variant with the same meaning as "exploitive." The terms are often used interchangeably.
- The film was an exploitative look at the subject matter.
- Exploit (v/n): The verb means to use selfishly or unjustly; the noun can mean a bold or heroic act, or an instance of unfair use.
- (v) The law prevents companies from exploiting their workers.
- (n) His greatest exploit was climbing the mountain alone. / The software exploit allowed hackers access.
Synonyms
- Predatory: Seeking to exploit or oppress others.
- Unscrupulous: Having or showing no moral principles; not honest or fair.
- Oppressive: Unjustly inflicting hardship and constraint.
Antonyms
- Equitable: Fair and impartial.
- Ethical: Morally good or correct.
- Fair: In accordance with the rules or standards; just.
Related Phrases/Idioms
- To exploit a loophole: While not using the adjective "exploitive," this phrase describes an exploitive action—using an ambiguity or omission in a rule to gain an unfair advantage.
- The corporation was accused of exploiting a loophole in the tax law.
Adjective
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tending to exploit or make use of
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