Susceptible (en. Susceptible)

/susceptible/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
That is vulnerable or susceptible to being influenced.
People are more susceptible to suggestions in a relaxed state.
Las personas son más susceptibles a las sugerencias en un estado de relajación.
That has the capacity to receive or experience something.
This material is susceptible to changes in temperature.
Este material es susceptible a cambios de temperatura.
That feels offended easily.
He/She is very susceptible and cannot tolerate criticism.
Es muy susceptible y no tolera las críticas.

Etymology

From the Latin 'susceptibilis', meaning 'capable of receiving'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to be susceptible to
to be in a position to be affected by something.
ser susceptible a
sensitive person
an individual who gets offended easily.
persona susceptible

Related Words

subscription
Action of subscribing or enrolling.
suscripción
suspicion
Doubt or distrust about something.
suspición

Slang Meanings

To be in danger of being emotionally hurt.
That joke was too much; it's susceptible.
Esa broma fue demasiado, es susceptible.
To be easily manipulated.
Don't be so sensitive; think about it twice.
No seas tan susceptible, piénsalo dos veces.