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reassure

[ree-uh-shoor, -shur] / ˌri əˈʃʊər, -ˈʃɜr /
VERB
restore confidence to
Synonyms
STRONGEST
assure bolster buoy cheer comfort console convince encourage hearten inspire relieve
STRONG
brace guarantee inspirit
WEAK
give a lift give confidence perk up pick up put one's mind to rest snap one out of it
Antonyms
STRONGEST
annoy bring down depress discourage dishearten dispirit dissuade hurt trouble upset
WEAK
unnerve

Example Sentences

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That’s likely to reassure investors on one big trade issue.

From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026

“It would be a military presence that could respond to incidents and reassure the shipping industry,” he said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026

The comedian and “Bob’s Burgers” actor shared an Instagram update Friday to reassure fans he is “doing relatively alright, all things considered.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

Wednesday night's speech did little immediately to reassure global oil markets that disruption to the Strait of Hormuz shipping route will ease anytime soon.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

Shannon looked at me like I was a rabid dog, and I did nothing to reassure her.

From "Educated" by Tara Westover