vulnerabilities
Pronunciation: [ˌvʌlnəˈrɛbɪlɪtiz]
Word
Context: “security”
(noun) vulnerabilities are weaknesses in a system that can be attacked or harmed. Just like a tree has weak spots where it might break easily, computer systems also have spots that can be damaged.
Example
The company worked hard to fix the vulnerabilities in their software to make it safer.
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Ignoring the vulnerabilities in the system can lead to serious problems later.
Example
What steps are being taken to identify the vulnerabilities in our network?
Context: “emotional”
(noun) vulnerabilities can also refer to the sensitive parts of a person, like feelings that might be hurt. Everyone has things that make them feel exposed or unprotected.
Example
She showed her vulnerabilities by sharing her true feelings with her friends.
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He does not like to show any vulnerabilities because he worries about being judged.
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Why is it hard for some people to express their vulnerabilities?
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