Exposed

Pronunciation: /ɪkˈspoʊzd/

Exposed (adjective)

  1. Not covered or protected, making it easy to be harmed.
  2. Able to be seen because it is not hidden or covered.
  3. Having experienced or been affected by something, often unpleasant.

Examples

  • The hikers felt exposed on the open trail.
  • Without a coat, she was exposed to the cold wind.

Common collocations: exposed position, exposed to risk, exposed surface, exposed to light, exposed to danger

Synonyms of Exposed

Formal

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Exposed

  • — When something is hidden or kept secret.
  • — When something is physically or metaphorically hidden.