vulnerable

• Описывает кого-то или что-то, что подвержено физическому или эмоциональному вреду, нападению или влиянию.

Describes someone or something that is susceptible to physical or emotional harm, attack, or influence.

1. Susceptible to harmB2formal

   Capable of being physically or emotionally wounded; open to attack or damage.

   Уязвимый

   • Elderly people are more vulnerable to the flu virus.
   • The fortress was vulnerable to attack from the north.
   • Children are especially vulnerable to online predators.

   Synonymsassailabledefenselessexposedhelplessopensusceptibleunprotectedweak

   Antonymsguardedinvulnerableprotectedsafesecurestrong

2. Emotionally exposedB2formal

   In a state of being open to emotional hurt or criticism.

   Уязвимый

   • She felt vulnerable after sharing her personal story.
   • He made himself vulnerable by admitting his mistakes.
   • Being vulnerable in a relationship can strengthen trust.

   Synonymsdefenselessexposedfragileopensensitivesusceptibletenderunprotected

   Antonymsguardedhardenedprotected

3. Weak or defenselessB2formal

   Lacking protection or strength; easily influenced or affected.

   Уязвимый

   • The small village was vulnerable to flooding.
   • Without a security system, the house is vulnerable to burglars.
   • The company is vulnerable to market fluctuations.

   Synonymsdefenselessexposedhelplessliableopenpowerlesssusceptibleunprotectedweak

   Antonymsguardedinvulnerableprotectedsecurestrong