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Vulnerability: meaning, definitions and examples

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vulnerability

 

[ ˌvʌlnərəˈbɪlɪti ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

cyber security

The state of being exposed to the possibility of being attacked or harmed, either physically or emotionally.

Synonyms

exposure, susceptibility, weakness

Examples of usage

  • Regular software updates are crucial in order to reduce vulnerability to cyber attacks.
  • Being aware of potential vulnerabilities can help prevent security breaches.
  • It is important to address vulnerabilities in the system to ensure data protection.
Context #2 | Noun

emotional

The quality or state of being easily hurt or influenced.

Synonyms

fragility, openness, sensitivity

Examples of usage

  • Her vulnerability made her more relatable to others.
  • Showing vulnerability can be a sign of strength.
  • It's important to be open about our vulnerabilities in order to grow.
Context #3 | Noun

general

The state of being open to moral attack, criticism, temptation, etc.

Synonyms

exposure, fragility, susceptibility

Examples of usage

  • His vulnerability to criticism made him hesitant to share his work.
  • Being in a position of power can sometimes lead to vulnerability.
  • Recognizing our vulnerabilities can help us work on improving ourselves.

Translations

Translations of the word "vulnerability" in other languages:

🇵🇹 vulnerabilidade

🇮🇳 कमजोरी

🇩🇪 Verwundbarkeit

🇮🇩 kerentanan

🇺🇦 вразливість

🇵🇱 wrażliwość

🇯🇵 脆弱性 (ぜいじゃくせい)

🇫🇷 vulnérabilité

🇪🇸 vulnerabilidad

🇹🇷 zayıflık

🇰🇷 취약성 (chwiyakseong)

🇸🇦 ضعف

🇨🇿 zranitelnost

🇸🇰 zraniteľnosť

🇨🇳 脆弱性 (cuìruòxìng)

🇸🇮 ranljivost

🇮🇸 viðkvæmni

🇰🇿 осалдық

🇬🇪 მოსალოდნელობა

🇦🇿 zəiflik

🇲🇽 vulnerabilidad

Etymology

The word 'vulnerability' comes from the Latin word 'vulnerabilis', meaning 'wounding'. It has been used in English since the late 16th century. The concept of vulnerability has been studied in various fields such as psychology, sociology, and cybersecurity, highlighting the importance of understanding and addressing vulnerabilities in different contexts.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #8,742 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.