assure

assure

verb

Definition of ASSURE

1

to ease the grief or distress of <a minister choosing just the right words to assure the grieving parents of the fallen soldier>

Synonyms assure, cheer, console, reassure, solace, soothe

Related Words commiserate, condole, empathize, sympathize; boost, buoy (up), elevate, lift, uplift; allay, alleviate, assuage, relieve; calm, quiet, relax, tranquilize (also tranquillize)

Near Antonyms demoralize, discourage, dishearten; fret, upset, worry; aggravate, intensify, worsen; annoy, irk, irritate; harass, pester

Antonyms distress, torment, torture, trouble

2

to make sure, certain, or safe <security measures that assured our safety>

Synonyms assure, cinch, guarantee, guaranty, ice, insure, secure

Related Words attest, certify, vouch, warrant, witness; pledge, promise, swear

Near Antonyms enfeeble, undermine, weaken