Vulnerable means susceptible to being hurt or harmed, either physically or emotionally. It can be used to describe a person, an animal, or even an object.
For example, someone who is physically vulnerable might be more likely to get injured in an accident, while someone who is emotionally vulnerable might be more likely to be upset by criticism. An object that is vulnerable might be more likely to break or be damaged.
The word "vulnerable" comes from the Latin word "vulnerare," which means "to wound." It has been used in English since the 14th century.
Here are some synonyms for vulnerable:
* Susceptible
* Exposed
* At risk
* Unprotected
* Defenseless
* Insecure
* Fragile
* Weak