Synonyms

reassurance

American

[ree-uh-shoor-uhns, -shur] / ˌri əˈʃʊər əns, -ˈʃɜr /

noun

something, such as information, praise, or an action or gesture, that soothes, comforts, or restores to confidence.

The organization offers support, guidance, and, most importantly, the reassurance that, whatever the problem, you're not the first parent to face it.

Etymology

Origin of reassurance

re- ( def. ) + assurance ( def. )

Vocabulary lists containing reassurance

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Example Sentences

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If you are concerned, wiping the seat or using a cover can offer extra reassurance.

From Science Daily • Apr. 13, 2026

EY-Parthenon's Boussour said Friday's report will provide "a little bit of reassurance and a little bit of breathing room for the Fed to focus on the inflation side of their mandate in the coming months."

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

There are signs of reassurance at the base.

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

“Spud” will be of no reassurance to Disney, which inked a billion-dollar deal with OpenAI in December to allow Sora users to generate likenesses of many characters.

From Slate • Mar. 25, 2026

Records show that Jon Bunderson, the Shaw’s attorney, talked to church officials in early June, giving them qualified reassurance that Reggie could go on a mission.

From "A Deadly Wandering: A Mystery, a Landmark Investigation, and the Astonishing Science of Attention in the Digital Age" by Matt Richtel

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