Meaning
insecurity, uncertainty
- lack of self-confidence or assurance
- state of being unsafe or unstable
In a sentence
La sua timidezza nasconde una profonda insicurezza personale.
His shyness hides a deep personal insecurity.
L'aumento della criminalità ha provocato una forte insicurezza tra i residenti.
The rise in crime has caused widespread insecurity among the residents.
Non dobbiamo lasciare che le nostre insicurezze ci impediscano di andare avanti.
We must not let our insecurities prevent us from moving forward.
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| insicurezza | feminine · singular |
| insicurezze | feminine · plural |
Usage notes
- Covers both personal self-doubt and social/environmental lack of safety.