물리적인 공격, 손상 또는 해를 입기 쉬운; 노출되어 방어되지 않은.
Susceptible to physical attack, damage, or harm; exposed and unprotected.
예문:
"The remote outpost was highly vulnerable to enemy infiltration due to its isolated location."
"After the earthquake, many old buildings were left vulnerable to collapse from subsequent aftershocks."
정서적 해악, 비판, 또는 유혹에 쉽게 영향을 받는; 또는 나이, 장애, 상황 등으로 인해 특별한 보살핌, 지원 또는 보호가 필요한.
Susceptible to emotional harm, criticism, or temptation; or, in need of special care, support, or protection because of age, disability, or circumstance.
예문:
"He felt vulnerable sharing his deepest fears with a stranger, fearing judgment."
"Children who have experienced trauma are considered a particularly vulnerable population requiring specialized support."
"Her new policy proposal is vulnerable to widespread criticism from opposition parties."
(브리지 카드놀이에서) 러버(rubber)를 향해 한 게임을 이겨서 더 높은 벌칙을 받을 수 있는 상태인.
(In bridge) Liable to higher penalties, having won one game toward a rubber.
예문:
"When a partnership is vulnerable, the penalties for failing to make a contract are significantly increased."
"The bidding strategy changes drastically depending on whether the side is vulnerable or not."