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expuesto

exhibit · exposed

Que está a la vista o sin protección, y puede ser visto o afectado con facilidad.

Definition & meaning

The word expuesto is primarily the past participle of the Spanish verb exponer , but it is very commonly used as an adjective. It has several distinct meanings depending on the context:

  1. Exposed or unprotected: It describes someone or something that is not shielded from external elements, such as the weather, sun, or physical danger. For example, a house "expuesta al viento" (exposed to the wind).
  2. Exhibited: It refers to something, such as a work of art or a product, that is being shown in public or placed on display. For example, paintings "expuestas en una galería" (exhibited in a gallery).
  3. Stated or explained: It describes ideas, arguments, or facts that have been presented or laid out in a speech or document.
  4. At risk or vulnerable: It can mean being in a position where one is likely to suffer harm or negative consequences. For example, "estar expuesto a enfermedades" (to be exposed to diseases).

Grammar & Word origin

Grammatically, expuesto functions as both the past participle of the verb exponer and as an adjective. As an adjective, it must agree in gender and number with the noun it modifies:

  • expuesto (masculine singular)
  • expuesta (feminine singular)
  • expuestos (masculine plural)
  • expuestas (feminine plural)

The word originates from the Latin expositus, which is the past participle of exponere. The Latin root is composed of the prefix ex- (out) and the verb ponere (to place or put), literally meaning "placed out."

Synonyms & antonyms

Synonyms:

  • Indefenso : Used when referring to being unprotected or defenseless.
  • Exhibido : Used when referring to something on display or shown publicly.
  • Manifestado : Used when referring to ideas or thoughts that have been expressed.
  • Vulnerable : Used when referring to being at risk of harm.
  • Arriesgado : Used when a situation involves a high level of risk.

Antonyms:

  • Protegido : Meaning protected or shielded from danger.
  • Oculto : Meaning hidden or concealed from view.
  • Resguardado : Meaning sheltered or kept safe from the elements.
  • Seguro : Meaning safe or secure.

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Examples

El cuadro estaba expuesto en la galería durante un mes.adjective

The painting was exhibited in the gallery for a month.

El producto estuvo expuesto al sol por muchas horas.adjective

The product was exposed to the sun for many hours.

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