vulnerable

• Décrit quelqu'un ou quelque chose qui est exposé à un préjudice physique ou émotionnel, à une attaque ou à une influence.

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.

   vulnérable

   • 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.

   Synonymesassailabledefenselessexposedhelplessopensusceptibleunprotectedweak

   Antonymesguardedinvulnerableprotectedsafesecurestrong

2. Emotionally exposedB2formal

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

   exposé émotionnellement

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

   Synonymesdefenselessexposedfragileopensensitivesusceptibletenderunprotected

   Antonymesguardedhardenedprotected

3. Weak or defenselessB2formal

   Lacking protection or strength; easily influenced or affected.

   Vulnérable (faible ou sans défense)

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

   Synonymesdefenselessexposedhelplessliableopenpowerlesssusceptibleunprotectedweak

   Antonymesguardedinvulnerableprotectedsecurestrong