1
as in susceptibility
the quality or state of having little resistance to some outside agent
vulnerability to infection
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2
as in exposure
the state of being left without shelter or protection against something harmful
the vulnerability of the car to vandalism when it's parked on the street
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1
as in susceptible
being in a situation where one is likely to meet with harm
I'm vulnerable to sunburn whenever I go out in the sun
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as in helpless
lacking protection from danger or resistance against attack
vulnerable baby chicks
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Recent Examples of vulnerability
Anuz Thapa, CNBC, 23 Apr. 2025
In general, logging that focuses on extracting the highest-value trees leaves thinner trees that are more vulnerable to fires.
—Laura Dee, The Conversation, 23 Apr. 2025
In addition to raising prices, this consolidation has allowed firms to shed manufacturing capacity with little consequence—including by switching to narrow, just-in-time supply chains that are highly vulnerable to disruption.
—Michael Brown, Foreign Affairs, 22 Apr. 2025
Saving currently endangered species A number of experts say that bringing back extinct animals will not solve any conservation problems and that efforts would be better spent trying to find ways to save current critically endangered or vulnerable species.
—Mary Kekatos, ABC News, 11 Apr. 2025
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Adjective
Some experts say people are more vulnerable to job scams during uncertain times like these, when a wave of job cuts draws widespread attention and recession fears make the economy feel increasingly unstable.
—Anuz Thapa, CNBC, 23 Apr. 2025
In general, logging that focuses on extracting the highest-value trees leaves thinner trees that are more vulnerable to fires.
—Laura Dee, The Conversation, 23 Apr. 2025
In addition to raising prices, this consolidation has allowed firms to shed manufacturing capacity with little consequence—including by switching to narrow, just-in-time supply chains that are highly vulnerable to disruption.
—Michael Brown, Foreign Affairs, 22 Apr. 2025
Saving currently endangered species A number of experts say that bringing back extinct animals will not solve any conservation problems and that efforts would be better spent trying to find ways to save current critically endangered or vulnerable species.
—Mary Kekatos, ABC News, 11 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for vulnerability
Noun
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The retired brigadier general said the conversations among national security leaders through the messaging app should have been held offline due to their highly sensitive information and susceptibility to hackers or foreign adversaries.—
Ashleigh Fields,
The Hill,
26 Mar. 2025
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Research suggests, too, that hormone therapy reduces susceptibility to osteoporosis, another calamitous disease of aging for women.—
Rebecca Mead,
The New Yorker,
3 Mar. 2025
Noun
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New study links increased bacteria exposure to early-onset colon cancer Gastroenterologist Dr. Joseph Salhab joins 'Fox & Friends' to examine a new study on the effects of pathogenic gut bacteria and tips for limiting exposure to harmful bacteria.—
Khloe Quill,
FOXNews.com,
28 Apr. 2025
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What should trouble you even more is that research shows, prolonged exposure to workplace bullying triples the risk of developing clinical depression.—
Jason Walker PsyD,
Forbes.com,
28 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Tovar, for example, researches specific genes that make people more susceptible to diabetes, which affects about 38 million Americans, including some who don't respond well to existing treatments.—
Brett Kelman,
NPR,
28 Apr. 2025
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But the ride for Palantir has been far from smooth, and shares have been susceptible to volatile swings.—
Samantha Subin,
CNBC,
28 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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In his only opportunity as the starter, Davis smashed a helpless Jets team for 152 total yards on 23 touches.—
Joe Buscaglia,
New York Times,
28 Apr. 2025
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Because without them, we are often left with a patient who is terrified, paranoid, screaming, or striking out — and a family that is exhausted, helpless, and scared.—
Dr. Sabooh Mubbashar,
Hartford Courant,
27 Apr. 2025
Noun
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During periods of economic weakness when lending activity slows, consumers with high credit scores sometimes can take advantage of attractive offers.—
Russ Wiles,
USA Today,
24 Apr. 2025
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This move addresses one ongoing weakness with Bluesky: knowing who is real.—
Rob Pegoraro,
PC Magazine,
21 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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For those with sensitive skin, this formula is fragrance-, paraben-, and dye-free.—
Macaela MacKenzie,
Glamour,
24 Apr. 2025
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Historically, he's been sensitive to them, but his focus seems more on pushing his agenda than chasing approval numbers.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Without state laws, prosecuting FGM/C cases becomes significantly more difficult, leaving thousands of girls unprotected.—
Sydney Iannantuono,
Hartford Courant,
21 Apr. 2025
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Had the Heat not made the playoffs, their 2026 unprotected first-round pick instead would have gone to the Thunder.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
21 Apr. 2025
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Finding narratives that can still cut through the noise and resonate with fractured audiences will demand unprecedented creativity and sensitivity from communicators.—
Fahad Qadir,
Forbes.com,
25 Apr. 2025
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But outside of folks with celiac disease or non-celiac gluten sensitivity, there’s no conclusive evidence that gluten consumption triggers inflammation.—
Erica Sloan,
SELF,
25 Apr. 2025
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“Vulnerability.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vulnerability. Accessed 6 May. 2025.
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