In lang=en terms the difference between exploit and initiate
is that
exploit is to use for one’s own advantage while
initiate is to do the first act; to perform the first rite; to take the initiative.
As nouns the difference between exploit and initiate
is that
exploit is a heroic or extraordinary deed while
initiate is a new member of an organization.
As verbs the difference between exploit and initiate
is that
exploit is to use for one’s own advantage while
initiate is to begin; to start.
As an adjective initiate is
(obsolete) unpractised; untried; new.