exploits
exploits — 動詞
- exploitspresent simple I / you / we / they
- exploitses3rd person singular
- exploitsing-ing form
- exploitsedpast simple
1. to get the best possible result from a resource, skill, or opportunity by puttin
善用；運用
有效使用資源或機會以獲取最大效益
to get the best possible result from a resource, skill, or opportunity by putting it to practical use. For example, a farm might fit solar panels to generate its own electricity, or a coach might place a fast runner in a position where speed matters most.
The farm exploits solar energy to power its irrigation system during the dry season.
這座農場善用太陽能，在乾旱季節為灌溉系統供電。
exploit + natural resource as object
The coach exploited Caleb's speed by putting him on the right wing.
教練善用 Caleb 的速度，把他安排到右翼位置。
exploit + personal attribute as object
The company exploits customer feedback data to improve its products every year.
該公司每年善用客戶回饋資料來改善產品品質。
Archaeologists are exploiting new scanning technology to study ancient Roman ruins.
考古學家正運用新的掃描技術來研究古羅馬遺址。
exploit + technology as object
The chef exploits every part of the vegetable, from root to leaf, to reduce waste.
這位廚師運用蔬菜的每一部分，從根到葉，以減少浪費。
- exploit resources
- exploit technology
- exploit an opportunity
- exploit potential
- exploit data
- fully exploit
- successfully exploit
- utilize
more formal; suggests practical use of a tool or material
- harness
suggests capturing a natural force or energy to make it useful
- capitalize on
emphasises taking advantage of a situation or trend
- make the most of
more informal; stresses getting the best result from limited resources
文法句型
exploit + noun phrase (resource / opportunity / skill)
用法筆記
Object is typically a resource (energy, data), a skill or attribute (speed, talent), or an opportunity. Unlike sense verb/2 (TAKE ADVANTAGE), this sense carries a neutral or positive connotation and does not take a personal object.
常見錯誤
2. to treat a person or a situation in a selfish, unfair way in order to gain money
剝削；利用
不公平地利用他人或情況牟利
to treat a person or a situation in a selfish, unfair way in order to gain money, power, or some other benefit for yourself. For instance, a company might pay very low wages to workers who have no other job options, or a business might find a legal loophole and use it to avoid paying taxes.
Some landlords exploit immigrant workers by charging them unfairly high rent.
有些房東剝削移民勞工，向他們收取過高的租金。
exploit + vulnerable group as object
The local tabloid exploited the train accident to sell more newspapers.
那家本地八卦報利用火車事故來增加報紙銷量。
exploit + event as object
Adina felt that her manager was exploiting her willingness to work weekends.
Adina 覺得她的主管正在利用她願意週末加班的態度。
The organisation was accused of exploiting children's images to raise donations.
該組織被指控利用兒童的照片來募款。
passive: was accused of exploiting
Soraya ended the friendship when she realised Zayd was exploiting her generosity.
Soraya 在發現 Zayd 利用她的慷慨之後，結束了這段友誼。
- exploit workers
- exploit children
- exploit the system
- exploit a loophole
- exploit weakness
- cruelly exploit
- shamelessly exploit
- ruthlessly exploit
- take advantage of
slightly less harsh; can be used in neutral or negative contexts
- abuse
stronger connotation of mistreatment or improper use
- manipulate
suggests controlling someone through clever or dishonest means
文法句型
exploit + noun phrase (person / group / situation)
用法筆記
Object is often a person, a group of people, or a vulnerable situation. Frequently appears in discussions of labour rights, power imbalances, and unethical business practices. Subject is usually a person or organisation with more power than the object.
常見錯誤
exploits — 名詞
- exploitssingular
- exploitsesplural
1. a brave, exciting, or unusual achievement that a person carries out, especially
英勇事蹟
勇敢或不凡的作為或成就
a brave, exciting, or unusual achievement that a person carries out, especially one that demands great skill, courage, or determination. The word is often used when telling stories about heroes, explorers, adventurers, or athletes.
The explorer's daring exploits in the Amazon rainforest are still recounted by historians today.
這位探險家在亞馬遜雨林的英勇事蹟，至今仍被歷史學家傳頌。
daring exploits + location
The new documentary follows the climbing team's dangerous exploits on the slopes of K2.
這部新紀錄片記錄了登山隊在 K2 斜坡上的驚險事蹟。
Tariro's grandmother often told stories of his grandfather's heroic exploits during the war.
Tariro 的祖母經常講述他祖父當年在戰爭中的英雄事蹟。
possessive + exploits (his grandfather's exploits)
The book describes the technological exploits of the early American space programme.
這本書描述了美國早期太空計劃的科技成就。
adjective + exploits: technological exploits
The children listened wide-eyed to tales of the knight's legendary exploits in ancient China.
孩子們睜大眼睛，聽著那位騎士在古代中國的傳奇事蹟。
- daring exploits
- heroic exploits
- military exploits
- adventurous exploits
- sexual exploits
- exploits of
- tales of exploits
- feat
emphasises the skill or difficulty involved; often used in sports and engineering
- achievement
broader term; focuses on the successful result rather than the daring nature
- accomplishment
suggests something completed successfully, often after effort
- deed
more formal or literary; can be good or bad depending on context
- failure
an attempt that does not succeed
文法句型
usually plural: exploits of [someone]
adjective + exploits
用法筆記
Almost always used in the plural form 'exploits'. The singular 'exploit' is rare and sounds literary or journalistic. The word carries a positive connotation of admiration — exploits are notable for being impressive, not for being bad or shameful.
常見錯誤
同根字
- exploit動詞B1
- exploit名詞B2
- exploitation名詞B2
- exploitative形容詞C1
- exploitable形容詞C1
- exploiter名詞C1
常見搭配
常用片語
- exploit to the full
- exploit for personal gain