INSECURELY
Dictionary entry overview: What does insecurely mean? • INSECURELY (adverb)
The adverb INSECURELY has 2 senses:
1. in a tentative and self-conscious manner
2. in a manner involving risk
Familiarity information: INSECURELY used as an adverb is rare.
Dictionary entry details
• INSECURELY (adverb)
Meaning:
In a tentative and self-conscious manner
Context example:
she always acts very insecurely in the presence of her father
Antonym:
securely (in a confident and unselfconscious manner)
Pertainym:
insecure (lacking self-confidence or assurance)
Meaning:
In a manner involving risk
Context example:
our positions here at the university are rather insecurely supported by grant money
Antonym:
securely (in a manner free from fear or risk)
Pertainym:
insecure (lacking in security or safety)
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