vulnerability
/ˌvʌlnərəˈbɪlɪti/
Susceptibility to harm
📚 Meanings
- 1.
The state or quality of being exposed to the possibility of being attacked or harmed, either physically or emotionally.
"The country's geographical vulnerability to natural disasters is well known."
- 2.
A weakness or flaw that makes something susceptible to attack or damage.
"The software update fixed a critical security vulnerability."
Remember this word forever
Add it to your Smoveth vocabulary for scientifically spaced reviews
💬 Examples
The company promptly fixed the security vulnerability in their new system.
The company promptly fixed the security vulnerability in their new system.
Sharing your true feelings can create a sense of vulnerability, but it also fosters deeper connections.
Sharing your true feelings can create a sense of vulnerability, but it also fosters deeper connections.
Children, the elderly, and those with disabilities often represent the most vulnerable populations in a disaster.
...
More examples available
Sign up to see all example sentences
🎯 How to study this word effectively
Add to vocabulary
SRS algorithm guides you to review at the optimal time
AI image learning
Visually memorize the meaning of words
Pronunciation practice
Practice accurate pronunciation with TTS
Use in examples
Use the word in real contexts
🚀 Master English with Smoveth
Learn this word with AI images and remember it with science-backed review.
"I used to struggle with English, but it's amazing to gradually start understanding" — L*J
AI image learning
Remember intuitively with an AI-generated image for each word.
SRS smart review
Move vocabulary into long-term memory with spaced repetition.
Random word practice
Practice freely with level-based random words.
✨ Unlimited free word/sentence registration + AI generation credits