scavagery

/skævˈæɡrərē/

Definitions

1. noun

behavior or actions of scavenging, typically involving the exploitation or plunder of something valuable or useful.

“The company’s business practices were criticized for their display of scavagery in exploiting the natural resources.”

Synonyms

  • exploitation
  • looting
  • plundering

Antonyms

  • altruism
  • generosity