Unscramble security

Definition of security

noun:

• the state of being free from danger or injury; "we support the armed services in the name of national security". Antonyms: insecurity.
• defense against financial failure; financial independence; "his pension gave him security in his old age", "insurance provided protection against loss of wages due to illness". Synonyms: protection.
• freedom from anxiety or fear; "the watch dog gave her a feeling of security".
• a formal declaration that documents a fact of relevance to finance and investment; the holder has a right to receive interest or dividends; "he held several valuable securities". Synonyms: certificate.
• property that your creditor can claim in case you default on your obligation; "bankers are reluctant to lend without good security". Synonyms: surety.
• a department responsible for the security of the institution's property and workers; "the head of security was a former policeman". Synonyms: security department.
• a guarantee that an obligation will be met. Synonyms: surety.
• an electrical device that sets off an alarm when someone tries to break in. Synonyms: security measure, security system.
• measures taken as a precaution against theft or espionage or sabotage etc.; "military security has been stepped up since the recent uprising". Synonyms: security measures.

Related words

bond, confidence, convertible, deposit, earnest, hedge, hedging, insurance, peace, protection, recognisance, recognizance, scrip, secureness, shelter, stock, warrant.

Rhymes with

impurity, maturity, obscurity, purity, surety.