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exploit immorally
[ɪkˈsplɔɪt ɪˈmɔrəli]
verb phrase
explorar imoralmente
1.
To take unfair advantage of someone or something in a way that violates ethical principles or moral standards
The company was accused of exploiting immorally the workers by paying them below minimum wage.
A empresa foi acusada de explorar imoralmente os trabalhadores, pagando-lhes abaixo do salário mínimo.
2.
To use someone for selfish purposes without regard for their wellbeing or rights
He exploited immorally his position of power to take advantage of vulnerable people.
Ele explorou imoralmente sua posição de poder para tirar vantagem de pessoas vulneráveis.
NYC Slang
take advantage of someone dirty
Synonyms
abuse
take unfair advantage of
victimize
maltreat
mistreat
prey upon
Antonyms
respect
honor
protect
treat fairly
honor rights
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
explorar imoralmente
Standard usage throughout Brazil
São Paulo
explorar sem ética
Alternative phrasing emphasizing lack of ethics
Portugal
explorar desonestamente
More emphasis on dishonesty and deceit
Related Idioms & Phrases
take advantage of
prey on
bleed someone dry
walk all over someone
take someone for a ride
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