GRE Word List

VULNERABLE

capable of being physically or emotionally wounded

The meaning of the word vulnerable is capable of being physically or emotionally wounded.

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WordMeaning
abscondto depart secretly and hide oneself
skittishlively or frisky in action : capricious
dieto pass from physical life : expire
animositya strong feeling of dislike or hatred : ill will or resentment tending toward active hostility : an antagonistic attitude
circuitoushaving a circular or winding course
mollycoddleto treat with an excessive or absurd degree of indulgence and attention
antidotea remedy to counteract the effects of poison
superciliouscoolly and patronizingly haughty
lamentto mourn aloud : wail
sarcasma sharp and often satirical or ironic utterance designed to cut or give pain