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attackable

 

[ əˈtækəbəl ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

in a combat situation

Capable of being attacked or targeted, especially in a military or combat context.

Synonyms

exposed, susceptible, vulnerable.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

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Word Description / Examples
attackable

This word is rarely used and may appear awkward in conversation or writing. It's better to use its synonym 'vulnerable' to convey the intended meaning.

  • Not commonly used
vulnerable

Ideal for situations where someone or something is weak or easily hurt, either physically, emotionally, or otherwise.

  • The elderly are vulnerable to scams
exposed

When you want to describe something or someone that is out in the open and unprotected. Usually related to physical, information, or emotional openness.

  • Without a jacket, he felt exposed to the cold wind
susceptible

Best used when discussing the likelihood of being affected by something, often in a negative sense like illness or influence.

  • Young children are particularly susceptible to the flu

Examples of usage

  • The fortified walls made the castle attackable by enemy forces.
  • The exposed flank of the army made it more attackable by the enemy troops.
Context #2 | Adjective

in a digital context

Able to be targeted or exploited by cyber attacks or hacking attempts.

Synonyms

exploitable, susceptible, vulnerable.

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Word Description / Examples
attackable

This term is used in specific situations, often in technical or security-related discussions where something can be physically or logically attacked.

  • The network is attackable due to its outdated firewall
vulnerable

This word is suitable for describing a state of being exposed to the possibility of being harmed, either physically, emotionally, or technically. It generally carries a sense of being unprotected or at risk.

  • The elderly are vulnerable to the impacts of cold weather
exploitable

Used primarily in contexts where there is a weakness or flaw that can be taken advantage of, usually in technical, economic, or ethical discussions. This term often has a negative connotation.

  • The software has several exploitable bugs that need to be addressed
susceptible

Best used when referring to someone or something that is easily influenced or affected by a particular condition or set of circumstances. It can apply in various contexts, including health, emotions, and technology.

  • Children are particularly susceptible to these viral infections

Examples of usage

  • The outdated software is highly attackable by cyber criminals.
  • The weak password policy makes the system more attackable by hackers.

Translations

Translations of the word "attackable" in other languages:

🇵🇹 atacável

🇮🇳 हमला करने योग्य

🇩🇪 angreifbar

🇮🇩 dapat diserang

🇺🇦 уразливий

🇵🇱 atakowalny

🇯🇵 攻撃可能な

🇫🇷 attaquable

🇪🇸 atacable

🇹🇷 saldırılabilir

🇰🇷 공격 가능한

🇸🇦 قابل للهجوم

🇨🇿 napadnutelný

🇸🇰 napadnuteľný

🇨🇳 可攻击的

🇸🇮 napadljiv

🇮🇸 árásanlegt

🇰🇿 шабуыл жасалатын

🇬🇪 თავდასხმისთვის შესაძლებელი

🇦🇿 hücum edilə bilən

🇲🇽 atacable

Etymology

The word 'attackable' is a combination of the verb 'attack' and the suffix '-able', which means 'capable of'. It first appeared in the English language in the late 16th century, derived from the Latin word 'attaccare', meaning 'to attack'. Over time, 'attackable' has come to be commonly used in military, combat, and digital contexts to describe something that can be targeted or exploited.

See also: attack, attacker, attacking, attacks, counterattack.