exploiter
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ɪkˈsplɔɪtə/
KK: /ɪkˈsplɔɪtər/
noun
Definition
A person who takes advantage of others for their own benefit, often in an unfair or unethical way.
Example
The company was criticized for being an exploiter of cheap labor in developing countries.
Conversation
Did you hear about that company that takes advantage of workers?
Yeah, it’s really sad how there are so many exploiters out there.
I just can't believe they get away with it for so long.
I know, we need to raise awareness about these exploiters.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
oppressor
manipulator
user
Antonyms
benefactor
helper
supporter
verb
Definition
To take advantage of someone or something for personal gain, often in an unfair or unethical way.
Example
The company was accused of exploiting its workers by paying them very low wages.
Tense Forms
Past: exploited
Past Participle: exploited
Conversation
I think we should exploit our free time more wisely.
That's a great idea! What do you have in mind?
Maybe we could exploit our skills by working on a joint project.
Root Explanation
Exploiter → It is formed from "ex-" (meaning out of or from) and "plorare" (meaning to cry out or to explore). The word refers to someone who takes advantage of others, often by drawing out their resources or labor.
Memory Tip
Think of someone who draws out ('ex-' means out of) the resources or efforts of others for their own benefit — that's what an exploiter does.
Visually Confused Words
exporter
unexploited
loiter