Meaning & Definition of word "Predatory"

Predatory

/ˈprɛdəˌtɔri/

1. Relating to or denoting an animal that naturally preys on others.
- Example: The predatory behavior of the hawk was evident as it circled overhead, scanning for small animals.
2. Having a tendency to exploit or take advantage of others.
- Example: The predatory business practices of the company led to widespread criticism and calls for regulation.
3. Characterized by a desire to exploit or harm others, especially in a financial context.
- Example: The predatory lending practices left many families in financial ruin.

●from Middle English, derived from Latin 'praedator', meaning 'one who plunders'.

predatory behavior:

actions taken to exploit or harm others.

predatory pricing:

setting prices low to eliminate competition and later raise them.

predatory lending:

practices that impose unfair or abusive loan terms on borrowers.

predator:

an animal that hunts and kills other animals for food.

prey:

an animal that is hunted and killed by another for food.

exploitation:

the action or fact of treating someone unfairly in order to benefit from their work.

Meaning: predatory behavior in dating

● Example Sentence: He has this predatory vibe, like he just wants to use women.

Meaning: predatory marketing

● Example Sentence: That company's predatory marketing tactics are really off-putting.