vulnerability

Meanings

• noun

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

  - "The old fort was a vulnerability in the enemy's lines."
  - "His vulnerability to criticism made him shy in public."

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Antonyms

invulnerability

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Synonyms

vulnerableness

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with vulnerability
reliability , adversity , opportunity

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Variants

List of all variants of vulnerability that leads to same result
vulnerabilities , vulnerability , vulnerable , vulnerableness , vulnerablenesses , vulnerably

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Forms

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vulnerabilities, vulnerable, vulnerated

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Etymology

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From the Latin word 'vulnerare', meaning 'to wound'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'vulnerability' is often used in computer security to describe weaknesses in software or hardware.

2. In psychology, vulnerability is a key concept in the theory of emotional intelligence.

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Related Concepts

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1. Risk: Vulnerability and risk are related concepts, as vulnerabilities can create risks, and risks can exploit vulnerabilities.

2. Security: Security is the practice of reducing vulnerabilities and protecting against threats.

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Culture

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In literature and art, vulnerability is often depicted as a human condition that can lead to emotional depth and connection. It is a theme found in many works of fiction and non-fiction.

How to Memorize "vulnerability"

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   - Imagine a fragile glass heart, easily broken and exposed.

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   - Think of the word 'vulnerable' when you see someone who is open and unguarded.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the phrase 'Vulnerability Unleashes New Emotions' (V.U.N.E.) to remember the definition.

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