exposed
/ɪkˈspoʊzd/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Meaning · English
Open (especially to something), unconcealed and/or unprotected (and therefore vulnerable, susceptible).
Adjective
Examples
exposed to light; exposed to water; exposed to abuse; exposed to danger
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “exposed” mean?
Open (especially to something), unconcealed and/or unprotected (and therefore vulnerable, susceptible).
Is “exposed” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.