vulnerability
//ˌvʌl.nər.əˈbɪl.ɪ.ti//
Noun
vulnerabilitySingular
vulnerabilitiesPlural
1
The quality or state of being exposed to the possibility of being attacked or harmed, either physically or emotionally.
Sharing your feelings with others requires a certain level of vulnerability.
2
A weakness or flaw in a system, organization, or defense that can be exploited.
The security team discovered a vulnerability in the company's network.
3
Openness to emotional experiences, often involving risk of being hurt.
Showing vulnerability in a relationship can help build deeper trust.