vulnerable — exposed to the possibility of being attacked or harmed, either physically or emotionally
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: exposed to the possibility of being attacked or harmed, either physically or emotionally
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈvʌlnərəbəl/
Example Sentences
- My grandmother becomes vulnerable to scams whenever she watches home shopping channels.
- The company's outdated security system made them vulnerable to cyber attacks.
- I feel vulnerable when I wear white clothes and eat spaghetti at the same time.
vulnerable
ADJECTIVE[/ˈvʌlnərəbəl/]
exposed to the possibility of being attacked or harmed, either physically or emotionally
A small turtle lies vulnerable on its back until a ranger gently helps it turn upright.
Though vulnerable from those culpable, she remains capable.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'vulnerabilis', derived from 'vulnerare' meaning 'to wound' or 'to injure'. The Latin root 'vulnus' means 'wound', and the suffix '-abilis' means 'capable of being'.
Breakdown
vulner- (wound, from Latin vulnus) + -able (capable of being) = vulnerable (capable of being wounded or harmed)
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📝Examples
“My grandmother becomes vulnerable to scams whenever she watches home shopping channels.”
“The company's outdated security system made them vulnerable to cyber attacks.”
“I feel vulnerable when I wear white clothes and eat spaghetti at the same time.”
“Coral reefs are vulnerable to climate change and ocean acidification.”
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