susceptible
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Britannica Dictionary definition of SUSCEPTIBLE
[more susceptible; most susceptible]
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:
easily affected, influenced, or harmed by something
— often + to
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The virus can infect susceptible individuals.
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He is very susceptible to colds. [=he catches colds easily]
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a surface highly susceptible to scratches
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He is susceptible to flattery.
2
formal
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capable of being affected by a specified action or process
— + of
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a contract that is susceptible of modification [=a contract that can be modified]
