insecure

insecure definition - medical

in·se·cure (ĭnˌsĭ-kyo͝orˈ)

adjective
  1. Lacking emotional stability; not well-adjusted.
  2. Lacking self-confidence; plagued by anxiety.

Related Forms:

  • inˌse·cuˈri·ty (-kyo͝orˈĭ-tē) noun

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