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exposures

[ ɪkˈspəʊʒəz ]

Noun

^{Context #1 | Noun}

photography

The amount of light received by a camera sensor or film during the process of taking a photograph.

Synonyms

illumination, light intensity.

Examples of usage

The correct exposure is crucial for a well-balanced photo.
Adjust the exposure settings to capture more light in low-light conditions.

^{Context #2 | Noun}

health

The condition of being subjected to something harmful or unpleasant, especially over a prolonged period.

Synonyms

contact, vulnerability.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
exposures	Used when referring to the state of being exposed to something harmful, such as a virus, danger, or risk. Minimizing exposures to harmful chemicals is crucial for health. The patient had multiple exposures to infected individuals.
contact	Used when referring to the physical interaction or communication between people or things. He avoided direct contact with the surface to prevent contamination. She stays in contact with her family through video calls.
vulnerability	Used to describe a state of being open to harm, damage, or attack, either physically, emotionally, or digitally. Often has a negative connotation. Her vulnerability made her an easy target for scammers. The software's vulnerability can be exploited by hackers.

Word

Description / Examples

exposures

Used when referring to the state of being exposed to something harmful, such as a virus, danger, or risk.

Minimizing exposures to harmful chemicals is crucial for health.
The patient had multiple exposures to infected individuals.

contact

Used when referring to the physical interaction or communication between people or things.

He avoided direct contact with the surface to prevent contamination.
She stays in contact with her family through video calls.

vulnerability

Used to describe a state of being open to harm, damage, or attack, either physically, emotionally, or digitally. Often has a negative connotation.

Her vulnerability made her an easy target for scammers.
The software's vulnerability can be exploited by hackers.

Examples of usage

Long-term exposure to asbestos can lead to serious health issues.
The study focused on the effects of exposure to pollution on respiratory health.

Translations

Translations of the word "exposures" in other languages:

🇵🇹 exposições

🇮🇳 उजागर करना

🇩🇪 Belichtungen

🇮🇩 paparan

🇺🇦 експозиції

🇵🇱 ekspozycje

🇯🇵 露出

🇫🇷 expositions

🇪🇸 exposiciones

🇹🇷 maruz kalma

🇰🇷 노출

🇸🇦 تعرضات

🇨🇿 expozice

🇸🇰 expozície

🇨🇳 曝光

🇸🇮 izpostavljenosti

🇮🇸 útsetningar

🇰🇿 экспозициялар

🇬🇪 გამჟღავნება

🇦🇿 məruz qalmalar

🇲🇽 exposiciones

Etymology

The word 'exposure' has its origins in Middle English from the Old French word 'exposur' and from the Latin word 'expositio', meaning 'an explanation' or 'setting forth'. Over time, the word evolved to also refer to the act of exposing something to light or danger. The term has been used in various contexts, from photography to health and safety.

See also: exposable, exposed, exposing, expository, exposure.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #7,797 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.

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7794 undertakings
7795 hopeless
7796 curvature
7797 exposures
7798 stricken
7799 transferring
7800 invaluable
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