Synonyms of insecurity

insecurity

noun

ˌin-si-ˈkyu̇r-ə-tē 

as in instability

the quality or state of not being firmly fixed in position

the insecurity of the bookcase made it dangerous for a household with small children who like to climb

Synonyms & Similar Words

• instability
• precariousness
• unsteadiness
• shakiness
• unstableness
• unsoundness
• changeability
• mutability
• laxness
• looseness
• inconstancy
• insubstantiality
• slackness

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• security
• stability
• steadiness
• fastness
• soundness
• fixedness
• firmness
• substantiality

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of insecurity

Her family, however, was naturally more concerned, and their reaction brought out some of her insecurity. — Tereza Shkurtaj, PEOPLE, 5 Sep. 2026

However, insecurity remains a notable weak point, testing his reelection odds ahead of an election in January. — Alexander Onukwue, semafor.com, 2 Sep. 2026

Seething at his dad for poking at his body insecurities, the comedian dealt with his emotions like any good millennial — by podcasting about it. — Deputy Entertainment, Los Angeles Times, 1 Sep. 2026

Attention moves toward insecurity and criticism that confirm the label. — Sandro Da Silva, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2026