adj · 7 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot
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Pronunciation
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/ˈvʌln(ə)ɹəbl̩/
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proscribed:/ˈvʌn(ə)ɹəbl̩/
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Digits mark lexical stress: 1 primary, 2 secondary, 0 unstressed.
1
adj
Meaning 1
More or most likely to be exposed to the chance of being attacked or harmed, either physically or emotionally.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Examples
You are vulnerable to be bullied by someone at school.
Meaning relationships
Synonyms: none provided
Antonyms: none provided
2
adj
Meaning 2
More or most likely to be exposed to the chance of being attacked or harmed, either physically or emotionally.
Open to disclosing one's inner thoughts and feelings, acting in spite of one's instinct to self-preservation.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Examples
It's okay to get vulnerable every now and again.
Meaning relationships
Synonyms: none provided
Antonyms: none provided
3
adj
Meaning 3
More likely to be exposed to malicious programs or viruses.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract