This is the 10406th most frequent Portuguese word.
exploradas
"Exploradas" means "explored" or "exploited" depending on context.
Here 'exploradas' is used in the sense of 'exploited,' referring to the intensive and persistent utilization of resources.
As minas de ouro foram exploradas por muitos anos.
The gold mines were exploited for many years.
In this sentence, 'exploradas' means 'explored,' indicating the act of examining or investigating thoroughly.
As possibilidades deste projeto ainda não foram totalmente exploradas.
The possibilities of this project have not been fully explored yet.
Here, 'exploradas' is applied to mean 'explored,' highlighting the lack of activity or opportunity to investigate and utilize these areas.