exposed
Exposed means being seen or open to view, often because something was previously hidden or covered up. This can happen intentionally or unintentionally.
Imagine you post a private message on social media by mistake - now your friends and family can see what you meant to keep secret. That's an example of being exposed. On the other hand, if someone accidentally leaves their dirty laundry hanging in the backyard for everyone to see, that's also being exposed. This word is often used when we talk about something private becoming public, or a situation getting out of control and being seen by more people than intended.
How common is "exposed"?
It has a balanced usage among all categories: speech, fiction, newspapers and academic texts.
adjective
(usually followed by to) Open (especially to something), unconcealed and/or unprotected (and therefore vulnerable, susceptible).
Example: exposed to light; exposed to water; exposed to abuse; exposed to danger
Real examples of "exposed" in context
