How to Pronounce "exploit"
word
/ˈɛksplɔɪt/, /ɪkˈsplɔɪt/
EK-sployt, ik-Sployt
/ˈɛksˌpɫɔɪt/, /ˌɛksˈpɫɔɪt/
EK-sployt, eks-PLOYT
Definition
To use something or someone fully and effectively, often unfairly for personal gain. Can also mean to take advantage of a situation in a positive or neutral way.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈɛksplɔɪt/, /ɪkˈsplɔɪt/
British English
/ˈɛksˌpɫɔɪt/, /ˌɛksˈpɫɔɪt/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
EK-sployt, ik-Sployt
UK
EK-sployt, eks-PLOYT
Listen in Context
Some companies exploit natural resources to make money.
They exploit every opportunity to learn new things.
The boss tried to exploit his workers.
Hackers often exploit security holes in software.