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What is another word for Vulnerability? – 99 Vulnerability Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    susceptibility weakness fragility exposure sensitivity liability openness proneness insecurity instability precariousness delicacy tenderness frailty feebleness helplessness powerlessness defenselessness susceptibleness impressionability receptivity accessibility

    Meaning of Vulnerability

    According to the Oxford English Dictionary, vulnerability refers to the state of being susceptible to physical or emotional attack or harm.

    Definitions

    • The Merriam-Webster Dictionary defines vulnerability as the quality or state of being exposed to the possibility of being attacked or harmed, either physically or emotionally.
    • The Cambridge Dictionary defines vulnerability as the state of being weak or fragile, making someone or something easy to attack or harm.

    Example Uses

    • The company's vulnerability to cyber attacks was exposed when their database was hacked.
    • The patient's vulnerability to infection was increased due to their weakened immune system.
    • The country's economic vulnerability made it difficult for them to recover from the recession.
    • Her vulnerability on stage made her performance more relatable and authentic.

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    invincibility invulnerability strength resilience robustness solidity stability security safety imperviousness impenetrability unassailability indestructibility fortitude hardness toughness firmness soundness solidity

    Related Nouns

    risk threat danger hazard exposure susceptibility weakness fragility instability insecurity precariousness delicacy tenderness frailty feebleness helplessness powerlessness defenselessness susceptibleness

    Related Verbs

    expose threaten endanger jeopardize imperil compromise undermine weaken fragilize destabilize insecurity precarious delicate tender frail feeble helpless powerless defenseless susceptibly

    Related Adjectives

    susceptible weak fragile delicate tender frail feeble helpless powerless defenseless vulnerable insecure precarious unstable sensitive impressionable receptive accessible open