susceptibility

noun

Meaning

The quality or state of being easily influenced, harmed, or affected by something.

Examples

The region's high susceptibility to earthquakes makes building codes strictly enforced.
Some people have a genetic susceptibility to certain types of skin conditions.

Synonyms: weakness, sensitivity, vulnerability, predisposition

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susceptibility

noun

Pronunciation: /səˌsɛptəˈbɪlɪti/

Definition

The quality or state of being easily influenced, harmed, or affected by something.

Examples

The region's high susceptibility to earthquakes makes building codes strictly enforced.
Some people have a genetic susceptibility to certain types of skin conditions.
Her susceptibility to flattery meant she often agreed with whatever the boss suggested.

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