Vulnérable
Example: Les populations vulnérables nécessitent une protection renforcée en période de crise.
Definition
"Vulnerable" describes individuals or groups who are susceptible to harm, danger, or adverse effects, especially due to their condition or circumstances. For example, "vulnerable" populations require increased protection during times of crisis to ensure their safety and well-being.
Etymology
The word "vulnerable" comes from the Latin word 'vulnerabilis,' which means 'able to be wounded' or 'susceptible to injury.' This root reflects the idea of being open to physical or emotional harm. Did you know that the term originally referred more to physical wounds before expanding to include emotional and social vulnerabilities?
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"Vulnérable" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - General - (C2) - set 2", containing 91 commonly used words.
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