Children are more susceptible to colds than adults.
synonyms
vulnerableimpressionablesensitive
word origin — from Latin 'susceptibilis', from 'suscipere' meaning 'to take up, to receive'.
Advanced Plus — Set 52
Set 52 of Advanced Plus covers 5 words: susceptible, discretion, compatible, buoyant, inquisitive. Each entry below includes its definition, an example sentence, and synonyms — practice them with the interactive cards above.
susceptible · adjective/səˈsɛptɪbəl/
easily influenced or harmed by something
Children are more susceptible to colds than adults.
Synonyms: vulnerable, impressionable, sensitive
Origin: from Latin 'susceptibilis', from 'suscipere' meaning 'to take up, to receive'.
discretion · noun/dɪsˈkrɛʃən/
the quality of being cautious and careful in speech or action
She spoke with great discretion when discussing private matters.
Synonyms: caution, prudence, judgment
Origin: from Latin 'discretionem', meaning 'separation, distinction'
compatible · adjective/kəmˈpætəbl/
able to exist or occur together without conflict
Our new software is compatible with old computers, so everyone can still use it.
Synonyms: consistent, harmonious, matching
Origin: from Latin 'compatibilis', meaning 'agreeable' or 'suitable'
buoyant · adjective/ˈbɔɪənt/
able to float or rise to the top of a liquid
The buoyant boat floated easily on the water.
Synonyms: floatable, resilient, buoying
Origin: The word 'buoyant' originates from the late Middle English, derived from the Old French word 'boiant', which comes from 'boier' meaning 'to float'.
inquisitive · adjective/ɪnˈkwɪzɪtɪv/
eager to know or learn something
The inquisitive child asked many questions about the stars and planets.
Synonyms: curious, questioning, nosy
Origin: from Latin 'inquisitivus', meaning 'in seeking, searching'