Predatory (adjective)

1. Relating to or characteristic of an animal or group of animals that preys on other animals.
2. Characterized by the act of preying upon, or taking advantage of, others in an exploitative or destructive way.

Origin:

Derived from the latin word "praedatorius" meaning "of or relating to preying or hunting.

Examples:

1. Predatory animals such as lions and wolves are apex predators in their ecosystems.
2. The predatory behavior of the big cats is driven by the need to hunt and survive.
3. The predatory lending practices of the bank led to the financial ruin of many customers.
4. The predatory pricing strategy of the company forced its competitors out of the market.
5. The company's predatory business practices have been the subject of multiple investigations.