ɪnˈsɛkʃər

Definitions

1. adjective

feeling or showing a lack of confidence or trust in one’s abilities or in others; not secure

“After losing her job, she felt insecure about her financial future.”

2. noun

a feeling of insecurity

“Her insecurity about her appearance was affecting her self-esteem.”

3. verb

to make someone or something feel insecure

“The company’s financial struggles made investors feel insecure about their investment.”