reassure

verb

re·​as·​sure ˌrē-ə-ˈshu̇r 

reassured; reassuring; reassures

transitive verb

1

: to assure anew

reassured him that the work was on schedule

2

: to restore to confidence

felt reassured by their earnest promise to do better

3

: reinsure

Synonyms

• assure
• cheer
• comfort
• console
• solace
• soothe

Examples of reassure in a Sentence

Experts reassured the public that the accident wouldn't happen again.

I tried to reassure myself that the children were safe.

The news didn't reassure him.

Recent Examples on the Web

This emphasis on ethical AI governance should not just reassure us but instill a sense of trust that Artificial superintelligence can be a force for good. —Mark Minevich, Forbes, 18 Oct. 2024

Cavuto reassured her that their bosses would be supportive as well. —Cynthia Sanz, People.com, 18 Oct. 2024

Sierra reassures me there's nothing to worry about. —Dalton Ross, EW.com, 17 Oct. 2024

Yet Netflix continues to deliver stronger growth than expected, and its leadership has sought to reassure investors by saying the company will benefit from the crackdown on password sharing in the years ahead. —Chris Morris, Fortune, 17 Oct. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1594, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

reassure

verb

re·​as·​sure ˌrē-ə-ˈshu̇(ə)r 

1

: to assure again

2

: to give fresh confidence to : free from fear