B2noun 10K+

Exposure

🇬🇧 UK /["/ɪkˈspəʊʒə(r)/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ɪkˈspəʊʒər/"]/

Meaning of Exposure

the state of being in a place or situation where there is no protection from something harmful or unpleasant

In simple words: The act of showing something or the state of being shown.

Exposure in a sentence

• Prolonged exposure to the sun can cause serious skin damage.
• Exposure to loud noises may lead to hearing loss.
• The photographer adjusted the camera settings to increase the exposure of the photo.
• After his exposure in the movie, he became very famous.
• Exposure to new cultures can broaden your perspective.
• The journalist’s exposure of corruption led to major political changes.
• Exposure to cold temperatures without proper clothing can cause hypothermia.

How to use Exposure

Use 'exposure' in contexts related to visibility or revealing. It's appropriate in both academic and everyday conversation, but avoid overly casual situations.

Grammar pattern

exposure + to + object

Memory hint

Think 'expose' with a picture in mind – you reveal or show it.

Related words

Collocations with Exposure

• high
• massive
• maximum
• receive
• suffer
• suffer from
• exposure to
• media
• press
• television
• give somebody/​something
• provide
• gain
• full
• public

Synonyms for Exposure

• revelation
• disclosure
• unveiling
• exhibition
• showing

Opposites of Exposure

• concealment
• hiding
• secrecy

Common mistakes with Exposure

• Confused with 'exposures' as a plural form for multiple instances.
• Misusing 'exposure' for situations unrelated to visibility or revealing.
• Using 'exposure' without a clear object when it often requires one.

Frequently asked questions about Exposure

What does Exposure mean?

The act of showing something or the state of being shown.

What is the definition of Exposure?

the state of being in a place or situation where there is no protection from something harmful or unpleasant

How do you use Exposure in a sentence?

Prolonged exposure to the sun can cause serious skin damage.

Can you give another example of Exposure?

Exposure to loud noises may lead to hearing loss.

What are synonyms for Exposure?

Common alternatives include revelation, disclosure, unveiling, exhibition, showing.

What is the opposite of Exposure?

Opposite meanings include concealment, hiding, secrecy.

What words go with Exposure?

It commonly pairs with high, massive, maximum, receive, suffer, suffer from, exposure to, media, press, television, give somebody/​something, provide, gain, full, public.

What are common mistakes when using Exposure?

Confused with 'exposures' as a plural form for multiple instances. Misusing 'exposure' for situations unrelated to visibility or revealing. Using 'exposure' without a clear object when it often requires one.

How do you pronounce Exposure?

US: /["/ɪkˈspəʊʒər/"]/, UK: /["/ɪkˈspəʊʒə(r)/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Exposure?

Use 'exposure' in contexts related to visibility or revealing. It's appropriate in both academic and everyday conversation, but avoid overly casual situations.

What CEFR level is Exposure?

"Exposure" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.