predatory

Etymology

Borrowed from Latin praedātōrius.

adj

  1. Of, or relating to a predator.
    Harry Kane was back to his predatory best after struggling in the group stage, following up his goal against Germany by poking home a superb pass from Raheem Sterling after only four minutes. July 3 2021, Phil McNulty, “Ukraine 0-4 England”, in BBC Sport
  2. Living by preying on other living animals.
  3. (figurative) Exploiting or victimizing others for personal gain.
    predatory lending
    predatory inclusion
    predatory publishing

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