单词 | insecurity |
释义 | insecuritynoun in·se·cu·ri·ty ˌin-si-ˈkyu̇r-ə-tē plural insecurities : the quality or state of being insecure: such as a : a state or feeling of anxiety, fear, or self-doubt troubled by (feelings of) insecurity Deep down he knows his swagger is just insecurity masquerading as confidence. Entertainment Weekly … the questions we don't dare ask reflect our deepest insecurities about relationships. J. D. Heiman They rarely have a confidante with whom they can compare notes, share crushes, and discuss insecurities. Kristen Golden b : lack of dependability or certainty job insecurity financial insecurity the insecurity of their future often, specifically : lack of a reliable means of meeting one's basic needs families who are experiencing housing insecurity see also food insecurity c : lack of safety or protection the insecurity of the investment revealed the insecurities [=vulnerabilities] in their system insecurity nounas in instability the quality or state of not being firmly fixed in position the insecurity of the bookcase made it dangerous for a household with small children who like to climb Synonyms & Similar Words Relevance
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