exposure
n. C / Un. the state of being in a situation where you are not protected from something, like the weather or a sickness. It can also mean the public attention someone gets from being on TV or in the news.
n. the state of being subjected to an influence or condition without protection; also refers to the public visibility or attention gained through media coverage.
The hikers suffered from exposure after the storm hit.
The young artist gained significant exposure after her work was featured in a national magazine.
Prolonged exposure to ultraviolet radiation without adequate protection can lead to severe skin damage, making sunblock an essential part of any outdoor routine.
From expose + -ure.
Uncountable when referring to the general state of being unprotected; countable when referring to specific instances in photography or financial risk.
He has a lot of exposuresHe has a lot of exposureWhen referring to fame or public attention, the word is uncountable.