Susceptibility (noun)

1. The state or quality of being likely to be affected or influenced by a particular thing.
2. The state or quality of being likely to catch or develop a particular disease or condition.
3. The state or quality of being open to attack or damage.

Origin:

From the latin word "susceptibilis" meaning capable of being affected or influenced.

Examples:

1. Some people have a higher susceptibility to certain types of cancer.
2. The susceptibility of the computer system to hacking was a concern.
3. The metal's susceptibility to corrosion made it unsuitable for the application.
4. The susceptibility of the bridge to strong winds was evaluated.
5. The susceptibility of the ecosystem to the invasive species was studied.