exposure

noun

(uncountable) The condition of being exposed, uncovered, or unprotected.

(uncountable) Lack of protection from weather or the elements.

The act of exposing something, such as a scandal.

(social media) The degree to which an individual, their content, or their brand is seen by the target market or the general public; internet fame.

(countable, uncountable) That part which is facing or exposed to something, e.g. the sun, weather, sky, or a view.

(photography) An instance of taking a photograph.

(photography) The piece of film exposed to light.

(photography) Details of the time and f-number used.

The act or condition of being at risk of financial losses.

(horticulture) The amount of sun, wind etc. experienced by a particular site.

Roots

ponopos- · Latin · put, place

Synonyms for exposure

vulnerabilityn disclosuren publicityn susceptibilityn

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Where does exposure come from?

The word exposure breaks down into one root of Latin origin: the root pos-, from Latin pono (“put, place”). Explore each root to see other English words built from the same source.