reassurance

noun

re·​as·​sur·​ance ˌrē-ə-ˈshu̇r-ən(t)s 

1

: the action of reassuring : the state of being reassured

2

: reinsurance

Synonyms of reassurance

• comforting
• consolation
• consoling
• compassion
• solace
• sympathy

Examples of reassurance in a Sentence

Experts offered their reassurances that the accident wouldn't happen again.

He received reassurance from his family.

Children need a lot of reassurance.

Recent Examples on the Web

Because the platform is designed around real-world interaction, this additional layer of reassurance is intended to make users, particularly women, feel confident meeting new people nearby. —Matt Emma, USA Today, 24 Mar. 2026

Chesterton Town Council member Jim Ton sought reassurance that the rules could change in the future. —Doug Ross, Chicago Tribune, 22 Mar. 2026

The Gators — their fans included — needed a bit of reassurance after a spin out in the SEC semifinals a week ago. —Noah White, Miami Herald, 21 Mar. 2026

Still, survivors and advocates say that reassurance matters. —Tony Plohetski, Austin American Statesman, 19 Mar. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1611, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for reassurance

• reinsurance
• assurance
• insurance
• durance

Kids Definition

reassurance

noun

re·​as·​sur·​ance ˌrē-ə-ˈshu̇r-ən(t)s 

: the action of reassuring : the state of being reassured