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Insecure

🔄 Synonyms of "Insecure"

17 synonyms found via WordNet and Google Books.

WordDefinition
precarious(comparable) Dangerously insecure or unstable; perilous.
uncertainnounNot certain; unsure.
badnounOf low quality.
vulnerableMore or most likely to be exposed to the chance of being attacked or harmed, either physically or emotionally.
looseverb(transitive) To let loose, to free from restraints.
shakyShaking or trembling.
unsureuncertain, ambivalent.
speculativeCharacterized by speculation; based on guessing, unfounded opinions, or extrapolation.
riskyDangerous, involving risks.
embattled(figuratively) Subject to or troubled by attacks, controversy, or pressure.
unsafeverbNot safe (various senses); dangerous.
unsoundNot sound, particularly:
unsecuredOf a loan or guarantee, without collateral.
overanxiousExcessively anxious or nervous.
high-riskHaving a great risk.
unassuredNot assured.
unguaranteedNot guaranteed; nonguaranteed.

↔️ Antonyms of "Insecure"

Words with the opposite meaning.

WordDefinition
secureverbFree from attack or danger; protected.
untroubledWithout worries; free from care.
unafraidNot afraid.

💡 Words with a Similar Meaning to "Insecure"

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WordDefinition
unassuredNot assured.
unsoundNot sound, particularly:
unguaranteedNot guaranteed; nonguaranteed.
unsafeNot safe (various senses); dangerous.
unsecuredOf a loan or guarantee, without collateral.
badOf low quality.
unsureuncertain, ambivalent.
uncertainNot certain; unsure.
vulnerableMore or most likely to be exposed to the chance of being attacked or harmed, either physically or emotionally.
precarious(comparable) Dangerously insecure or unstable; perilous.
riskyDangerous, involving risks.
high-riskHaving a great risk.
embattled(figuratively) Subject to or troubled by attacks, controversy, or pressure.
overanxiousExcessively anxious or nervous.
looseNot fixed in place tightly or firmly.
shakyShaking or trembling.
speculativeCharacterized by speculation; based on guessing, unfounded opinions, or extrapolation.
unsecure(rare) insecure
unreliableNot reliable.
unprotectedNot protected; lacking defence or protection; exposed.

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