Inseguro
Example: Me siento inseguro cuando hablo en público frente a muchas personas.
Definition
"Inseguro" describes a state of lacking confidence or certainty, often feeling doubtful or anxious about one's abilities or situations. For example, someone might say, "Me siento inseguro cuando hablo en público frente a muchas personas," meaning they feel unsure or uneasy speaking in front of a crowd.
Etymology
The word "inseguro" comes from the Spanish prefix 'in-' meaning 'not' and 'seguro,' meaning 'safe' or 'secure.' Together, they form "inseguro," literally meaning 'not secure.' This reflects its sense of uncertainty or lack of confidence. Did you know? The root 'seguro' traces back to the Latin 'securus,' meaning 'free from care.'
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"Inseguro" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (B2) - set 4", containing 112 commonly used words.
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