1. past tense of exploit: to use someone or something unfairly for one’s own advantage
2. past tense of exploit: to make full use of a resource or opportunity

Examples

• The workers were exploited by the company with low wages and long hours.
• She felt exploited when her ideas were used without credit.
• The team exploited their opponent’s weakness in defense.
• The company exploited new technology to increase profits.
• Natural resources have been exploited for decades.
• He exploited every opportunity to advance his career.