REASSURE Synonyms: 42 Similar and Opposite Words

reassure

verb

ˌrē-ə-ˈshu̇r

Definition of reassure

as in to assure

to ease the grief or distress of tried to reassure her that the dog would come back home by nightfall

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Recent Examples of reassure Pediatricians can reassure families that much of their daily life will remain unchanged. — Katie Lockwood, STAT, 28 Oct. 2026 Egypt's president sought to reassure the public that the country wouldn't attack Yemen, and that the military support is limited to defending Saudi territory. — Arkansas Online, 27 Oct. 2026 As early voting continues across Michigan, voting rights advocates are working to reassure voters and encourage participation ahead of Election Day. — Hannah McIlree, CBS News, 27 Oct. 2026 The performance reassured Wall Street that new P&G CEO Shailesh Jejurikar can navigate the tough climate for consumer goods. — Phil Wahba, Fortune, 27 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for reassure

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With the opposition united in its ambition to replace Netanyahu but divided over how to govern afterward, neither political bloc is assured of a parliamentary majority and the final outcome could take weeks to determine.

— Efrat Lachter, FOXNews.com, 27 Oct. 2026
But with their rich deals, nothing can be assured, and in the TV business, any opportunity to get a better deal or sign talent that could make a difference is typically taken fast.

— Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 27 Oct. 2026

Definition of assure

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After the judge left the courtroom to speak to jurors before setting a date for sentencing, one of Salman’s relatives reached across the railing between the audience and the courtroom well to comfort her.

— ABC News, ABC News, 27 Oct. 2026
One of her favorites for just that is Avène Tolérance Foaming Facial Cleanser, which takes that minimalist approach with a short list of skin-comforting ingredients, including thermal spring water, niacinamide, and glycerin.

— Sheryl George, Allure, 26 Oct. 2026

Definition of comfort

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The decor hits just the right amount of nautical; soothing blues and greens abound, as do a mix of textures and prints that feel right at home in the New England setting.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Oct. 2026
Advertisement Calm the scary feeling When fright takes hold, breathing techniques like 4-7-8 breathing or box breathing can soothe your nervous system.

— Juli Fraga, Time, 29 Oct. 2026

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