exploit

(v) To make full use of a resource or opportunity; to treat someone unfairly for personal gain. (n) A bold or daring achievement.

• exploitation/ˌɛksplɔɪˈteɪʃən/(n)利用；剥削
• exploitative/ɪkˈsplɔɪtətɪv/(adj)剥削性的

• exploit resources
• exploit workers
• exploit a weakness
• exploit an opportunity
• daring exploits

1. 1.The company was accused of exploiting cheap labour in developing countries. (take unfair advantage)
2. 2.The explorer's exploits in the Arctic were the stuff of legend. (heroic deeds)

• utilize/ˈjuːtɪlaɪz/— to use effectively — neutral
• abuse/əˈbjuːz/— to misuse — always negative
• take advantage of (to use for benefit — can be neutral or negative)

from Old French "esploit" (achievement) from Latin "explicitum" (unfolded, displayed) — ex- (out) + plicare (to fold)