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insecurity in Portuguese

insecurity in Portuguese is insegurança, periculosidade — insecurity means a lack of confidence in oneself.

insecurity in Portuguese

insegurança
noun
A lack of confidence in oneself.
periculosidade
noun
The state of being subject to danger (physical, economic, or otherwise).

What does "insecurity" mean?

  1. noun A lack of confidence in oneself.
    "His insecurity made him avoid speaking up in meetings."
  2. noun A lack of safety, stability, or protection.
    "Job insecurity was a major source of stress for the family."
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insecurity in a sentence

  • His insecurity made him avoid speaking up in meetings.
  • Job insecurity was a major source of stress for the family.
  • Food insecurity remains a serious issue in many regions.

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What is "insecurity" in Portuguese?

"insecurity" in Portuguese is insegurança, periculosidade. insecurity means: A lack of confidence in oneself.

How do you use "insecurity" in a sentence?

Example: "His insecurity made him avoid speaking up in meetings." In Portuguese, "insecurity" is insegurança, periculosidade.

Are there other ways to say "insecurity" in Portuguese?

Yes — Portuguese has 2 translations listed for "insecurity": insegurança, periculosidade.

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