Unexploited
(adjective)
- Not yet having been developed, used, or taken advantage of; not being put to use or being made the most of.
- Not yet having been subjected to or suffering from exploitation or abuse; not being taken advantage of or oppressed.
Origin:
Derived from the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' + exploited, which is derived from the latin word 'explotare' meaning 'to lay waste, to exhaust'.
Examples:
- The island was unexploited and unspoiled, with pristine beaches, lush forests, and abundant wildlife, and was attracting eco-tourists and adventure seekers.
- The oil reserve was unexploited and untapped, with large deposits of high-quality crude oil and natural gas, and was attracting international investment and exploration.
- The talent was unexploited and underutilized, with hidden skills, abilities, and potential, and was being discovered and nurtured by new employers and mentors.
- The resource was unexploited and overlooked, with valuable minerals, metals, and gems, and was being mined and processed by local communities and entrepreneurs.
- The market was unexploited and underserved, with unmet needs, demands, and expectations, and was being addressed and satisfied by new products and services.