Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
susceptible-to
adjective
/səˈsɛptɪbəl tu/
Definition
likely to be influenced or harmed by a particular thing
Examples
- Children are often susceptible to colds and infections.
- She is susceptible to emotional manipulation due to her trusting nature.
- Plants that are susceptible to frost need to be brought indoors during the cold months.
Meaning
Being open to the effects of something, whether it’s a disease, an emotion, or an influence.
Synonyms
- vulnerable
- prone
- open
- receptive
- defenseless
