Susceptible or Succeptible

Learn the correct spelling of “Susceptible” and why “Succeptible” is wrong.

Succeptible

Incorrect spelling - “Succeptible” is incorrect due to wrong prefix spelling.

"Succeptible" is a common misspelling of "Susceptible". Always use "Susceptible" when referring to the correct word.

Susceptible

Correct spelling - The proper way to spell this word.

“Susceptible” means easily affected or influenced.

Definition of Susceptible

"Susceptible": “Susceptible” means easily affected or influenced.

This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.

Synonyms for Susceptible

  • vulnerable
  • prone

Usage Examples

"Correct:" He is susceptible to cold.

"Correct:" Children are susceptible.

"Correct:" Highly susceptible.

"Correct:" Less susceptible.

"Incorrect:" He is succeptible.

"Incorrect:" Children are succeptible.

"Incorrect:" Highly succeptible.

"Incorrect:" Less succeptible.

Notes:

  • Starts with ‘sus’, not ‘suc’.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Susceptible vs succeptible?

A: Susceptible is correct.

Q: Meaning of susceptible?

A: Easily influenced or affected.

Q: Why is succeptible wrong?

A: Incorrect prefix ‘suc’ instead of ‘sus’.

Q: Easy trick?

A: Think ‘sus-cep-ti-ble’ (starts with SUS).

Summary

“Susceptible vs succeptible”: The correct spelling is susceptible. Avoid succeptible, a prefix mistake.