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Definition insecure in British English

insecure adjective

adjective
/ˌɪnsɪˈkjʊə(r)/
1

not confident about yourself

Example

Jerry felt very insecure when he started at his new school.

Example

She's always been very insecure about the way she looks.

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2

capable of being lost or taken from you at any time

Example

With the downturn in the market their jobs have become very insecure.

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3

able to be entered by force, or not well protected or firmly locked

Example

In 90% of burglaries, access is through insecure doors and windows.

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Definition insecure in British English