exposure
Translation
exposure, disclosure, publicity, experience
Examples
Exposure to the sun can be harmful.
Exposure to the sun can be harmful.
The scandal received wide media exposure.
The scandal received wide media exposure.
The job offers exposure to new technologies.
The job offers exposure to new technologies.
The camera needs the correct exposure.
The camera needs the correct exposure.
Grammar Patterns
exposure to ((sth.)) the state of being subjected to (sth.) Exposure to the sun can be harmful.
Similar Words
Synonyms: disclosure, revelation, publicity, vulnerability
Etymology
From the verb 'expose', which comes from Latin 'exponere' meaning 'to set forth'. It's formed from 'ex-' (out) and 'ponere' (to place).
Memory Tips
To 'expose' something is to uncover it or place it out in the open. 'Exposure' is the state of being uncovered or revealed to something.