exploitatively
- adverb
- /ɪkˈsplɔɪtətɪvli/
:
de manera ventajosa
- She managed her time exploitatively to complete all her assignments ahead of schedule.
Examples
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The team used their resources exploitatively to gain an edge over their competitors.
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They used the resources exploitatively to gain a competitive edge.
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The company acted exploitatively to maximize profits from the new technology.
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The company operated exploitatively, maximizing profits at the expense of its workers.
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The team used their resources exploitatively to gain an edge over their competitors.
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She managed her time exploitatively to complete all her assignments ahead of schedule.
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The company acted exploitatively to maximize profits from the new technology.
Synonyms
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7.3
To use a good chance as soon as it appears
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In a way that gives you a benefit or helps you succeed
Antonyms
How Effective
Surface Forms
Morphology
exploitatively = exploitative (semi-transparent) = exploit + ative + ly
The adjective 'exploitative' clearly derives from 'exploit' + '-ative', but its negative connotation and potential difference between 'making full use' (neutral) and 'taking unfair advantage' (negative) can confuse learners.
Etymology
Exploitatively comes from the word exploit, which once meant a 'bold deed' and later came to mean 'use' something to get a benefit. So, to act exploitatively is to make full use of a resource or chance to gain advantage.