This is the 16834th most frequent Polish word.
wykorzystywać
"To use, exploit, or take advantage of."
Here, "wykorzystywać" means to take advantage of an opportunity, using it in a proactive and positive manner.
Musimy wykorzystywać każdą okazję do nauki.
We must take advantage of every opportunity to learn.
In this case, "wykorzystywać" relates to someone being exploited or used unfairly, carrying a negative connotation.
Pracownicy narzekają, że są wykorzystywani przez szefa.
The employees complain that they are being exploited by their boss.
Here, "wykorzystywać" implies the utilization or application of resources or tools effectively in a specific context.