exploitative

[/ɪkˈsplɔɪtətɪv/]
adjective
explorador
1. characterized by the practice of exploiting or taking unfair advantage of someone or something
The company was criticized for its exploitative labor practices.
A empresa foi criticada por suas práticas de trabalho exploradoras.
2. designed to take advantage of or make profit from a situation or person unfairly
The predatory lender offered exploitative terms to vulnerable borrowers.
O credor predatório ofereceu termos exploratórios aos mutuários vulneráveis.
3. relating to the extraction or utilization of resources in a way that depletes them
Exploitative fishing practices have damaged the ocean ecosystem.
As práticas de pesca exploratórias danificaram o ecossistema oceânico.
In both Brazil and the USA, this term is frequently used in discussions about labor rights, human trafficking, and corporate accountability. In Brazil, it's particularly relevant in discussions about rural labor and domestic work, while in the USA it's often associated with gig economy debates and wage inequality discussions.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
predatoryabusiveoppressiveunfairparasiticextortionate
Antonyms / Antônimos
fairequitableethicalbenevolentgeneroussustainable

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
explorador
Most common term used in Brazil; also 'exploradora' for feminine form
General Brazilian
abusivo
Alternative form emphasizing abusive nature
Portugal
explorador
Same as Brazilian Portuguese; commonly used in labor and human rights contexts
Portugal
abusivo
Alternative form; emphasis on the abusive aspect

Related Words

exploitexploitationexploiterabuseunfairoppression

Related Idioms & Phrases

exploitative labor practices
exploitative relationship
exploitative pricing
exploitative working conditions
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