adverb
- in a way that shows lack of confidence or certainty about oneself
- in a way that is not safe, stable, or protected
Examples
- She smiled insecurely when meeting new people at the party.
- The ladder was positioned insecurely against the wall.
- He spoke insecurely about his qualifications during the interview.
- The tent was insecurely fastened and blew away in the wind.
- The new student looked around insecurely on her first day.
- The bridge was insecurely built and needed immediate repairs.
- She held onto the railing insecurely as she climbed the stairs.