Expuesto (en. Exposed)

/eksˈpwesto/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
Refers to something that is uncovered or visible.
His body was exposed to the sun for hours.
Su cuerpo estaba expuesto al sol durante horas.
That is in a situation of risk or vulnerability.
The project is exposed to changes in regulations.
El proyecto está expuesto a cambios en la normativa.
Refers to something that has been presented or exposed publicly.
The results were presented at the conference.
Los resultados fueron expuestos en la conferencia.

Etymology

From the Latin 'expositus', which means 'exposes' or 'has been placed outside'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to be exposed
To be in a vulnerable or dangerous situation.
estar expuesto
exposed to risks
To be in a situation where there are potential dangers.
expuesto a riesgos
exposed to criticism
To be the subject of criticism or negative comments.
expuesto a críticas

Related Words

exhibition
Presentation or display of something.
exposición
to expose
To show, manifest, or make something known.
exponer
exhibitor
Person or thing that exposes something.
expositor

Slang Meanings

To be in a compromising situation.
He was exposed at the party after drinking so much.
Estaba expuesto en la fiesta después de tomar tanto.
To be vulnerable to criticism or judgment.
With the photo you posted, you were very exposed.
Con la foto que subiste, quedaste muy expuesto.