Reassure

Definition

‍To "reassure" means to restore confidence to someone or to alleviate doubts and fears.

Parts of Speech

• Verb

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˌriːəˈʃʊr/
• Respelling: ree-uh-SHURE (with "ree" as in "see," "uh" as a soft, connecting sound, and "SHURE" as in "sure")

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˌriːəˈʃʊə/
• Respelling: ree-uh-SHURE (similar to American English, with "ree" as in "see," "uh" as a soft, connecting sound, and "SHURE" as in "sure")

In both dialects, "reassure" is pronounced with the stress on the final syllable, "SHURE." The pronunciation is consistent across both American and British English, clearly articulating each component of the word with emphasis on the "SHURE" syllable.

Etymology

‍The verb "reassure" stems from the re- prefix, meaning "again" or "back," combined with "assure," which comes from the Old French "aseürer," meaning "to reassure, to make sure, to secure," influenced by Medieval Latin "assecurare," meaning "to make safe or secure."

Derivatives

• Reassurance (n): The action of reassuring; the state of being reassured.
• Reassured (adj): Feeling confident or relieved after being reassured.
• Reassuring (adj): Intended to reassure; providing reassurance.
• Reassuringly (adv): In a manner that reassures.
• Reassurer (n): Someone who reassures.

Synonyms

• Comfort
• Console
• Encourage

Antonyms

• Alarm
• Disturb
• Dismay

Usage

‍The term "reassure" is commonly used in both personal and professional contexts where there is a need to alleviate someone's fears, concerns, or doubts through supportive words or actions.

Related Terms

• Comfort
• Support
• Encouragement

Detailed Definitions

• As a Verb: To reassure someone means to offer them support, encouragement, or evidence to dispel their fears or doubts, often to restore emotional comfort and confidence.