insecurely

C1
Pronunciation
/ˌin-si-ˈkyu̇r/
/ˌin(t)-si-ˈkyu̇(ə)r/
Adjective
9 definition(s)
1 Definition

deficient in assurance : beset by fear and anxiety

Example Sentences
  • always felt insecure in a group of strangers
2 Definition

not highly stable or well-adjusted

Example Sentences
  • an insecure marriage
3 Definition

not confident or sure : uncertain

Example Sentences
  • feeling somewhat insecure of his reception
  • felt insecure about their response
4 Definition

not adequately guarded or sustained : unsafe

Example Sentences
  • an insecure investment
5 Definition

not firmly fastened or fixed : shaky

Example Sentences
  • the hinge is loose and insecure
6 Definition

unable to reliably afford or access what is needed to meet one's basic needs see also food insecure

Example Sentences
  • families that are housing insecure [=that are at risk of losing their housing]
7 Definition

not well protected : not safe

Example Sentences
  • insecure property
8 Definition

not firmly fastened : loose

Example Sentences
  • an insecure hinge
9 Definition

lacking self-assurance

Example Sentences
  • insecure people