Associations to the word «Exploit»

Wiktionary

EXPLOIT, noun. A heroic or extraordinary deed.
EXPLOIT, noun. An achievement.
EXPLOIT, noun. (computing) A program or technique that exploits a vulnerability in other software.
EXPLOIT, verb. (transitive) To use for one’s own advantage.

Dictionary definition

EXPLOIT, noun. A notable achievement; "he performed a great feat"; "the book was her finest effort".
EXPLOIT, verb. Use or manipulate to one's advantage; "He exploit the new taxation system"; "She knows how to work the system"; "he works his parents for sympathy".
EXPLOIT, verb. Draw from; make good use of; "we must exploit the resources we are given wisely".
EXPLOIT, verb. Work excessively hard; "he is exploiting the students".

Wise words

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Noam Chomsky