SUSCEPTIBILITY Synonyms: 32 Similar and Opposite Words

susceptibility

noun

sə-ˌsep-tə-ˈbi-lə-tē

Definition of susceptibility

as in vulnerability

the quality or state of having little resistance to some outside agent his aunt's unfortunate susceptibility to viruses meant she was nearly always sick a country parson who had a well-known susceptibility to anyone with a hard-luck story

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Recent Examples of susceptibility The tests examine different forms of electromagnetic emissions and susceptibility. — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 25 Sep. 2026 Operation Spider’s Web was a spectacular success for Ukrainian forces—and a chilling reminder of the United States’ susceptibility to a similar attack. — Seth G. Jones, Foreign Affairs, 3 Sep. 2026 More fertilizer will likely bring about a higher quality lawn, but along with that carpet-like appearance comes higher water demands, more mowing, and in some cases, a greater susceptibility to pests and diseases. — Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Sep. 2026 The new approach instead attempts to exploit the different chemical susceptibilities of the polymers. — Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 26 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for susceptibility

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The charges come with additional special allegations, around the victim’s vulnerability and that Tapia abused a trustworthy position.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 17 Oct. 2026
The Dodgers’ bullpen and vaunted starters also showed vulnerabilities throughout the summer.

— Andrew Greif, NBC news, 16 Oct. 2026

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The researchers conducted the tests from September 8 to 11, using different sensor configurations to assess the system’s sensitivity.

— Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 16 Oct. 2026
Howard called additionally for a public apology from UMD's tennis club, sensitivity training for players and a donation of tournament funds to a local museum focused on African American history.

— Bryan Lynn, CBS News, 15 Oct. 2026

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