What is the comparative form of “insecure”?
The comparative form of “insecure” is “more insecure”.Example
She feels more insecure when she's in a new social setting.
Example
He becomes more insecure when he compares himself to others.
What is the superlative form of “insecure”?
The superlative form of “insecure” is “most insecure”.Example
Among all the contestants, she was the most insecure about her performance.
Example
He has always been the most insecure person I know.
Why is this expression not used with most, more?
"Most" and "more" are used with "insecure" to form the comparatives and superlatives. The forms "more insecure" and "most insecure" are commonly used to indicate a higher degree of lack of confidence or uncertainty.
Does this expression have an irregular comparative/superlative form?
"Insecure" follows the regular pattern of using "more" and "most" for forming comparatives and superlatives.
Expressions with similar meanings to “more insecure”
Example
She becomes less confident in her abilities when she's feeling insecure.
Expressions with similar meanings to “most insecure”
Used to describe someone who lacks self-assurance or belief in themselves to the highest degree.
Example
She is the least confident person I've ever met.
Using than with comparative “more insecure”
When using the comparative form "more insecure" to compare two things, you would use "than" to connect the two parts of the comparison: Example: "She feels more insecure when she's in a new social setting." Here, "than" is used to show that the level of insecurity is higher when she's in a new social setting compared to other situations.
How can I use this expression in context?
“more insecure” and “most insecure” can be used in a variety of situations to compare speed.- 1Social Situations
He becomes more insecure when he's surrounded by unfamiliar people.
He becomes more insecure when he's surrounded by unfamiliar people.
- 2Comparisons
She feels the most insecure when she compares herself to others.
She feels the most insecure when she compares herself to others.
- 3Performance
He was the most insecure about his presentation among all the speakers.
He was the most insecure about his presentation among all the speakers.
- 4Self-esteem
She becomes more insecure when she receives negative feedback.
She becomes more insecure when she receives negative feedback.
Related idioms and phrases
On shaky ground
In a state of uncertainty or instability.
Example
His job security is on shaky ground due to recent company layoffs.
Walking on eggshells
Being extremely cautious or sensitive in order to avoid causing offense or conflict.
Example
She feels like she's walking on eggshells around her boss.
