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Explore the roots, pronunciation, meanings, and usage of vulnerable.

Word parts & etymology

  • vulnfrom Latin 'vulnus' meaning 'wound'
  • -ersuffix used to form agent nouns
  • -ablesuffix meaning 'capable of, susceptible of, fit for, tending to, given to'

The word 'vulnerable' comes from the Latin 'vulnus' meaning 'wound', combined with the suffix '-er' to form an agent noun, and '-able' indicating capability or susceptibility.

Same-root words

vulnerability
the quality or state of being exposed to the possibility of being attacked or harmed, either physically or emotionally
invulnerable
incapable of being wounded, hurt, or damaged
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