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INSECURELY
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I. (adverb)
Sense 1
Meaning:
In a manner involving risk
Example:
our positions here at the university are rather insecurely supported by grant money
Classified under:
Antonym:
securely (in a manner free from fear or risk)
Pertainym:
insecure (lacking in security or safety)
Sense 2
Meaning:
In a tentative and self-conscious manner
Example:
she always acts very insecurely in the presence of her father
Classified under:
Antonym:
securely (in a confident and unselfconscious manner)
Pertainym:
insecure (lacking self-confidence or assurance)
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