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insecure
adjective
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Divide insecure into syllables:

in · se · cure

How to pronounce insecure:

Definition of insecure:

insecure (adjective):
anxious or uncertain
lacking self-confidence or assurance.
deficient in assurance beset by fear and anxiety

Synonyms for insecure:

hesitantunsureafraiddiffidentunconfidentself-consciouslooseshyworrieddetached
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Antonyms for insecure:

dependableinnocuoustruesecureimpregnablesafecalmtrustworthynicedefensible
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