Definition
- C2
To do something that benefits oneself while causing harm or disadvantage to someone else.
取笑他人
He pursued his promotion at the expense of his colleagues.
他以犧牲同事的利益為代價來追求升職。
This company is increasing its profits at the expense of the environment.
這家公司正在以犧牲環境為代價來增加利潤。
I am not willing to achieve success at the expense of my friend's happiness.
我不願意以犧牲朋友的幸福為代價來取得成功。