Main Entry: re·as·sure

Pronunciation: \ˌrē-ə-ˈshu̇r\

Function: transitive verb

Date: 1594

1 : to assure anew <reassured him that the work was on schedule>
2 : to restore to confidence <felt reassured by their earnest promise to do better>
3 : reinsure

— re·as·sur·ing·ly \-ˈshu̇r-iŋ-lē\ adverb