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.