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insecure

1 of 1adjective
/ˌɪnsɪˈkjʊr/
Forms:more insecure,most insecure
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(of a person) not confident about oneself or one's skills and abilities

  • He was insecure about his performance at work, doubting whether he was capable of meeting expectations.
  • She felt insecure in social situations, fearing rejection or judgment from others.
  • They were insecure about their relationship, worried that their partner might find someone better.
  • He was insecure about his academic abilities, feeling like he didn't belong in his advanced classes.
  • She was insecure about her speaking skills, avoiding public speaking opportunities whenever possible.
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2

not protected and vulnerable to danger or risk

B2
  • The old house had insecure windows that could be easily opened from outside.
  • The insecure lock on the front door was easily picked by burglars.
  • Insecure passwords can make your online accounts vulnerable to hacking.
  • An insecure network can be easily accessed by hackers.
  • Their data was insecure due to outdated security software.
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3

liable to give way or break

  • The old, insecure railing was barely holding up against the wind.
  • He stepped carefully on the insecure ground, fearing it might collapse.
  • The insecure fence wobbled every time the dog ran into it.
  • The insecure shelf couldn't hold the heavy books and eventually gave way.
  • The climber was cautious of the insecure rocks as he made his way up the mountain.
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not guaranteed to last or succeed over time

  • The company's future is insecure, as it struggles to keep up with competitors.
  • The young entrepreneur made an insecure business decision that led to financial instability.
  • Their housing situation was insecure, as they lived month to month without long-term plans.
  • Economic insecurity affects families, making it difficult for them to plan for the future.
  • Many workers in temporary positions face insecure employment, unsure if their contracts will be renewed.