Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
susceptibility
noun
/səˌsɛptəˈbɪlɪti/
Definition
The state of being likely or liable to be influenced or harmed by a particular thing.
Examples
- Her susceptibility to colds is well-known; she catches them easily each winter.
- The patient’s susceptibility to infections makes it vital for him to avoid crowded places.
- There is a high susceptibility to peer pressure during adolescence.
Meaning
Susceptibility refers to the tendency to be affected physically or emotionally by external factors.
Synonyms
- Vulnerability
- Proneness
- Receptiveness
- Liability
- Exposition
