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Definition of vulnerability

vulnerability

/ˌvʌl.nɚ.əˈbɪl.ə.ti/
vul · ner · a · bil · i · ty
Adverb:vulnerably
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Plural:vulnerabilities
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Adjective:vulnerable
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vulnerability Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

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

Example

"Sharing personal struggles with close friends requires a high degree of emotional vulnerability."

2

A specific flaw or weakness in a computer system, software, or security protocol that leaves it open to exploitation or unauthorized access.

Example

"The software developers released an urgent update to patch a critical security vulnerability in the operating system."

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• Rhymes for vulnerability

• Nearby Words

vulgarization
vulgarize
vulgarly
vulnerability
vulnerable
vulnerably
vulpine

Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from Late Latin 'vulnerabilis' (wounding or susceptible to injury), from the Latin verb 'vulnerare' (to wound), which stems from 'vulnus' meaning 'wound'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Vulnerability. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/vulnerability
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