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Definition of reassure

reassure

/ˌriːəˈʃʊr/
re · as · sure
Adverb:reassuringly
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Adjective:reassuring
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Past Simple:reassured
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Past Participle:reassured
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Present Participle:reassuring
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reassure Lexical Profile

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• verb

1

To say or do something to remove the doubts, fears, or anxieties of someone; to restore confidence to.

Example

"The pediatrician spoke calmly to reassure the anxious parents that their child's fever was mild and treatable."

2

To insure again, especially by transferring part or all of a previously assumed risk to another insurer (in insurance and finance).

Example

"The primary underwriter decided to reassure a portion of the maritime cargo policy with a larger syndicate."

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• Rhymes for reassure

• Nearby Words

reassignment
reassume
reassurance
reassure
reassuring
reassuringly
reattach

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the late 16th century from the prefix 're-' and 'assure' (or modeled on French 'rassurer'), originally meaning to restore confidence and courage, and later also used in commerce for reinsuring a policy.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Reassure. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/reassure
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