Simple Definition of reassurance

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reassurance

noun

plural reassurances
: something that is said or done to make someone feel less afraid, upset, or doubtful
Experts offered their reassurances that the accident wouldn't happen again.
He received reassurance from his family.
Children need a lot of reassurance.

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“Reassurance.” Merriam-Webster.com Simple Definition, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/simple/reassurance. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.

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