C1
insecure vs unsafe vs unsure
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| insecureadjective/ˌɪn.səˈkjʊr/ | Meaning not confident about yourself or your relationships; also not safe or not likely to last | Goes with insecure about | Example Social media can make teenagers feel insecure about their looks. |
| unsafeadjective/ʌnˈseɪf/ | Meaning likely to cause harm, danger or injury, or not protected from them | Goes with unsafe conditions | Example The inspector said the old bridge was unsafe for heavy trucks. |
| unsureadjective/ʌnˈʃʊr/ | Meaning not certain about something, or lacking confidence in yourself | Goes with unsure about | Example I am still unsure whether I should accept the job offer. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
Do not be shy or of yourself.