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Synonym Chooser

How is the word assurance distinct from other similar nouns?

Some common synonyms of assurance are aplomb, confidence, and self-possession. While all these words mean "a state of mind or a manner marked by easy coolness and freedom from uncertainty, diffidence, or embarrassment," assurance carries a stronger implication of certainty and may suggest arrogance or lack of objectivity in assessing one's own powers.

handled the cross-examination with complete assurance

When can aplomb be used instead of assurance?

While the synonyms aplomb and assurance are close in meaning, aplomb implies a manifest self-possession in trying or challenging situations.

handled the reporters with great aplomb

When might confidence be a better fit than assurance?

The synonyms confidence and assurance are sometimes interchangeable, but confidence stresses faith in oneself and one's powers without any suggestion of conceit or arrogance.

the confidence that comes from long experience

When is self-possession a more appropriate choice than assurance?

The words self-possession and assurance can be used in similar contexts, but self-possession implies an ease or coolness under stress that reflects perfect self-control and command of one's powers.

answered the insolent question with complete self-possession

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of assurance Equipment and other fees are not included in the Price for Life assurance. Kara McGinley, USA Today, 21 June 2025 The appropriation was a result of a settlement between Pritzker’s Illinois Department of Human Services and contractor GardaWorld Federal Services, after Pritzker in 2023 halted construction on the project and made assurances that GardaWorld would foot the bill. Olivia Olander, Chicago Tribune, 16 June 2025 Despite his many responsibilities, Daddy’s calm assurance grew from his power to talk himself through whatever each day brought. The Christian Science Monitor, Christian Science Monitor, 12 June 2025 That’s far more than hollow audit committee charters, toothless assurance models and self-congratulatory periodic reporting. Noah Barsky, Forbes.com, 11 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for assurance
Recent Examples of Synonyms for assurance
Noun
  • In a world where the only certainty is change, agility isn't just an advantage.
    Elaine Pulakos, Forbes.com, 2 July 2025
  • That certainty dampens any excitement to find out what happens to her next.
    Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 2 July 2025
Noun
  • Full of confidence and eager to prove the worth of his colt, the veteran conditioner brilliantly prepared Forever Young for another run on American soil in the 2024 Breeders’ Cup Classic.
    Danny Brewer, Forbes.com, 6 July 2025
  • The findings show a growing generational divide in workplace confidence, and these fears are not necessarily unfounded.
    Aliss Higham, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 July 2025
Noun
  • Successful adopters establish clear metrics to gauge AI utilization, employee satisfaction and overall business impact.
    Mike Hyzy, Forbes.com, 30 June 2025
  • It's associated with irritability, guilt, reduced life satisfaction, and depression.
    Juli Fraga, CNBC, 27 June 2025
Noun
  • Their average rotation age was among the youngest ever for a champion, and yet their composure never wavered under the bright lights.
    Okla Jones, Essence, 23 June 2025
  • Beating Indiana to even the series in Game 4 on the road, then holding their composure to win Game 7 at home, would be harder than opening a bottle of Champagne.
    Andrew Greif, NBC news, 23 June 2025
Noun
  • Judge Subramanian said the jurors must reach a unanimous verdict, but must not give up their convictions merely to return a verdict or satisfy the rest of the jurors.
    Lauryn Overhultz , Tracy Wright , Maria Paronich , Brendan McDonald, FOXNews.com, 1 July 2025
  • His conviction stems from the June 20, 2018, incident that shocked New York City and garnered national attention.
    Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 30 June 2025
Noun
  • This growing self-assurance is accompanied by greater willingness to switch providers: 56% of U.S. women aged 25 to 34 report being likely to change banks, compared with just 19% of women over 65.
    Carrie McCabe, Forbes.com, 26 June 2025
  • Recent realizations about your life, childhood, and more have rocked your self-assurance.
    Liz Simmons, StyleCaster, 24 June 2025

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“Assurance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/assurance. Accessed 9 Jul. 2025.

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