surmountable

adjective

Definition of surmountablenext
as in vulnerable

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  1. vulnerable
  2. susceptible
  3. unsafe
  4. liable
Adjective
  • Johnson wants to change the mindset that only LGBT folks are vulnerable.
    Gabrielle Emanuel, NPR, 19 Dec. 2024
  • The justification for a tactical tweak has grown stronger with every passing week, partly because of form but considering the positions Villa are vulnerable in also adds weight to the case for change.
    Jacob Tanswell, The Athletic, 19 Dec. 2024
Definition of vulnerable
Adjective
  • Guns are also less susceptible to rapid depreciation, though their value can depend on political and regulatory climates.
    Darryl Lyons, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
  • Meunier holds its acidity in warmer temperatures and is less susceptible to frost, which is becoming a greater threat to grape growers.
    David Rosoff, Los Angeles Times, 30 Dec. 2024
Definition of susceptible
Adjective
  • And while these changes are typically normal, outside forces like diet culture can make young people second-guess themselves, as well as engage in unsafe behaviors and habits.
    Ella Cerón, Parents, 1 Jan. 2025
  • Avoid phishing scams, suspicious links, unsafe websites, and unknown email attachments.
    Alex Vakulov, Forbes, 28 Dec. 2024
Definition of unsafe
Adjective
  • If Apple doesn’t comply then the EU may launch a formal investigation next year, and could be liable for fines up to 10 percent of its global annual sales.
    Jess Weatherbed, The Verge, 19 Dec. 2024
  • His warning came right after ABC News and its top anchor, George Stephanopoulos, reached a $15 million settlement deal after Stephanopoulos said Trump was found liable for rape.
    Asher Notheis, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 19 Dec. 2024
Definition of liable
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