exploitative

Definitions

Intended to take unfair advantage of a person, group, or situation for one's own benefit.

Characterized by the unjust use of someone or something for profit or gain.

Examples

The labor union campaigned against the company's exploitative working conditions.

Many critics argue that the current economic model is inherently exploitative of developing nations.

Synonyms

predatory oppressive extortionate rapacious usurious mercenary abusive

Antonyms

altruistic benevolent generous fair equitable supportive humane