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

• 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

Earlier this year, Boeing CEO Kelly Ortberg faced questions from a Senate committee about the production rate of the 737 Max, with lawmakers seeking reassurance from Ortberg that the company was prioritizing quality and safety over meeting production targets for profit. —Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 18 Oct. 2025

Shannel left the hospital with reassurances that everything was fine — that the swelling was normal and would resolve with time. —Jordan Greene, PEOPLE, 14 Oct. 2025

Haim‘s tour finale Saturday night at the Santa Barbara Bowl was full of reassurances. —Chris Willman, Variety, 14 Oct. 2025

Choose Furbo Mini 360 if daily check-ins, quick reassurance, and light training fit the routine. —PC Magazine, 13 Oct. 2025

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