What is another word for overexploitation?
Pronunciation: [ˌə͡ʊvəɹɛksplɔ͡ɪtˈe͡ɪʃən] (IPA) 
Overexploitation refers to the excessive use or extraction of natural resources beyond what their ecosystems can sustainably provide. There are several synonyms for the term, including depletion, exhaustion, overuse, and degradation. Depletion is a term used to describe the reduction in the amount of something natural. Exhaustion refers to the state of complete depletion. Overuse occurs when natural resources are consumed or extracted at a rate that exceeds their ability to regenerate. Degradation is the process by which natural resources, such as water and soil, become chemically, biologically, or physically impaired. All of these words highlight the harmful impact that human activities can have on the environment and the need for sustainable use of natural resources.
