No. 12,234 in French
vulnérable
"Vulnérable" means "capable of being harmed or easily affected."
In a sentence
Il est vulnérable aux critiques de ses collègues.
He is vulnerable to criticism from his colleagues.
The word 'vulnérable' here is used to denote susceptibility to emotional influence or impact from criticism.
Les petits oiseaux sont vulnérables face aux prédateurs.
The little birds are vulnerable to predators.
In this sentence, 'vulnérable' signifies exposure to physical harm or danger, emphasizing their defenselessness against external threats.
Dans une telle situation, il se sentait vulnérable et désemparé.
In such a situation, he felt vulnerable and helpless.
In this context, 'vulnérable' reflects emotional susceptibility arising from feelings of helplessness.
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