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insecure
not confident about oneself or a situation
Synonyms
- uncertain
- doubtful
- unconfident
Antonyms
- confident
- assured
insecure in a sentence
Nora felt insecure about reading her poem aloud to the class.
Although her drawing was skillful, Ava felt insecure about showing it at the fair.
Where it comes from
From Latin insecurus 'not free from care'
Memory hook
IN-secure means confidence is NOT securely in place.
Read it in context
- The Quiet Before the Bell Narrative