Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

emotionally-vulnerable

adjective

/ɪˈmoʊʃənəli ˈvʌlnərəbəl/

Definition

Capable of being easily affected by emotional experiences or feelings.

Examples

She felt emotionally vulnerable after sharing her deepest fears with her friend.
In a relationship, being emotionally vulnerable can strengthen the bond between partners.
He hesitated to take the risk of being emotionally vulnerable in a new friendship.

Meaning

Being emotionally vulnerable means allowing oneself to express and experience deep feelings, which can make a person open to both positive and negative emotional experiences.