Vulnerável
Example: A população vulnerável precisa de apoio constante durante crises.
Definition
"Vulnerable" describes a person or group that is susceptible to harm, danger, or emotional impact and often requires protection or support, as in the example: 'A população vulnerável precisa de apoio constante durante crises.'
Etymology
The word "vulnerável" comes from the Latin "vulnerabilis," derived from "vulnerare," meaning 'to wound.' It entered Portuguese through Latin, maintaining the meaning related to being able to be wounded or harmed. Did you know? The root "vulnus" means 'wound,' highlighting the word's origin connected to physical or emotional susceptibility.
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