Meaning of the word susceptibility in English

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susceptibility

US /səˌsep.təˈbɪl.ə.i/
UK /səˌsep.təˈbɪl.ə.i/

Noun

1.

the state or fact of being likely or liable to be influenced or harmed by a particular thing.

Example:
lack of exercise increases susceptibility to disease
2.

a person's feelings, typically considered as being easily hurt.

Example:
I was so careful not to offend their susceptibilities
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