Meaning & Definition of word "Exposed"
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Exposed
/ɪkˈspoʊzəd/
verb:
- 1. Past tense of expose; to have made something visible, known, or disclosed.
- Example: The investigation exposed the corruption within the organization.
- 2. To have made someone vulnerable to something harmful or damaging.
- Example: He was exposed to harsh conditions during the winter storm.
adjective:
- 1. Left without protection; made visible to danger or risk.
- Example: The exposed wiring posed a serious safety hazard.
- 2. Open to view; visible.
- Example: She felt vulnerable and exposed in the spotlight.
- 3. Uncovered or revealed.
- Example: The excavations revealed exposed artifacts from the ancient civilization.
Etymology
From Middle French 'exposer', from Latin 'exponere' meaning 'to put forth'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
exposed to danger:
Put in a situation where harm may occur.
exposed to the elements:
Not protected from weather conditions.
get exposed:
To be revealed, often referring to embarrassing or negative information.
Related Words
dispose:
To arrange or deal with something in a particular way.
suppose:
To assume something to be true for the sake of argument.
Slang Meanings of exposed
Meaning: To be caught doing something wrong.
Example Sentence: He got exposed for cheating on the test.
Meaning: To publicly reveal someone's secrets.
Example Sentence: She was exposed on social media when her past was dug up.