What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
predatory
Example
The lion is a predatory animal that hunts for its food. [predatory: adjective]
Example
The company's predatory practices led to the downfall of many small businesses. [predatory: adjective]
exploitative
Example
The factory's exploitative labor practices were exposed by the media. [exploitative: adjective]
Example
The film industry has a history of exploiting young actors for profit. [exploiting: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Exploitative is more commonly used than predatory in everyday language. Exploitative is versatile and covers a wide range of contexts, while predatory is less common and often used in specific contexts such as animal behavior or business practices.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between predatory and exploitative?
Both predatory and exploitative are negative words and are typically associated with an informal or negative tone. However, predatory can have legal implications in certain contexts, making it more formal in those situations.
