Dictionary-enhanced word family
Word Forms of “Security”
The state of being safe and protected from harm.
Word Family of Security
How to Use Each Word Form in a Sentence
- Airport security checked our bags carefully. A2
- Families need financial security for the future. B1
- The password protects your account security. B1
Word Form Patterns for Security
-ly
Adds **-ly** to make an adverb describing how an action happens. Example: security → securely.
Origin and Word Formation of Security
From Latin securitas, derived from securus.
Common Word Form Mistakes with Security
Wrong: We need more securities.
Correct: We need more security measures.
The uncountable noun 'security' needs a noun like 'measures'.
Frequently Asked Questions About Word Forms of Security
What are the word forms of “security”?
The confirmed forms are shown in the word family cards above. Missing parts of speech are hidden instead of filled with placeholder text.
What part of speech is “security”?
“security” is primarily a noun. Some forms above show how the same root works as other parts of speech.
Where does “security” come from?
From Latin securitas, derived from securus.