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The condition of being exposed to something, such as light, risk, or public view.
Long-term exposure to sunlight can damage the skin.
Being in the sun for a long time may harm the skin.
The scandal increased the politician's exposure to criticism.
The scandal made the politician more subject to criticism.
Often used with the preposition "to" (e.g., exposure to risk).
In photography, the amount of light per unit area that reaches the image sensor, determined by aperture, shutter speed, and ISO.
A higher exposure value makes the photo brighter.
Increasing the exposure value results in a brighter picture.
Measured in EV (exposure value) units.
The degree to which an investor or company is vulnerable to market fluctuations.
The fund's exposure to emerging markets rose last quarter.
The fund became more vulnerable to changes in emerging market economies.
Often discussed in risk management reports.