reassurance

noun
UK: /ˌriːəˈʃʊərəns/
US: /ˌriːəˈʃʊrəns/

  1. Words or actions that make someone feel less worried or uncertain.

    1. I needed reassurance that I was doing a good job.
    2. Despite his constant reassurance, she still felt nervous about the exam result.

  2. The act of removing someone's fears and doubts by giving them confidence.

    1. Her hug was a welcome reassurance after a difficult day at work.
    2. The company issued a statement as reassurance to investors after the stock price fell.

Synonyms

encouragement guarantee affirmation certainty comfort

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "reassurance" in English means: Words or actions that make someone feel less worried or uncertain., The act of removing someone's fears and doubts by giving them confidence..

The phonetic transcription of "reassurance" is /ˌriːəˈʃʊərəns/ in British English and /ˌriːəˈʃʊrəns/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "reassurance": encouragement, guarantee, affirmation, certainty, comfort.

Example usage of "reassurance": "I needed reassurance that I was doing a good job.". More examples on the page.