exposure

ex-po-sure · noun

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Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    The state of being exposed to contact with something.

  2. 2.

    The revelation of something secret, especially something discreditable.

  3. 3.

    Public attention or publicity.

  4. 4.

    The amount of light reaching photographic film (photography).

  5. 5.

    The condition of being unprotected from severe weather.

Forms

plural: exposures

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    Exposure therapy — Treatment involving gradual exposure to fears.
  • •
    Double exposure — Two images superimposed on one photograph.

Related words

Antonyms: concealment, protection
See also: expose, exposed, exposing
Synonyms: disclosure, publicity, revelation, subjection

Etymology

From expose + -ure, from French exposer.