Assuring: meaning, definitions and examples

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assuring

 

[ əˈʃʊrɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

confidence building

To assure someone means to remove doubts or worries by affirming something confidently. It often involves providing reassurance to alleviate anxiety or fear.

Synonyms

convince, reassure, secure.

Examples of usage

  • She assured him that everything would be alright.
  • The doctor assured the patient of a quick recovery.
  • He assured his team that the project would succeed.
Context #2 | Verb

guarantee assurance

To assure can also mean to guarantee or make certain of something. This usage is common in contexts where one commits to a specific outcome.

Synonyms

confirm, ensure, warrant.

Examples of usage

  • I can assure you that your appointment is confirmed.
  • The company assures its customers of high-quality service.
  • They assured a steady supply of materials.

Translations

Translations of the word "assuring" in other languages:

🇵🇹 assegurador

🇮🇳 सुनिश्चित करने वाला

🇩🇪 versichernd

🇮🇩 menjamin

🇺🇦 забезпечуючий

🇵🇱 zapewniający

🇯🇵 保証する

🇫🇷 assurant

🇪🇸 asegurador

🇹🇷 garanti eden

🇰🇷 보장하는

🇸🇦 مؤكد

🇨🇿 zajišťující

🇸🇰 zabezpečujúci

🇨🇳 保证的

🇸🇮 zagotavljajoč

🇮🇸 tryggjandi

🇰🇿 қамтамасыз етуші

🇬🇪 დარწმუნებული

🇦🇿 təmin edən

🇲🇽 asegurador

Etymology

The word 'assure' originates from the Old French term 'asseurer,' derived from the Latin 'assecurare,' which means 'to secure' or 'make safe.' This Latin term is a combination of 'ad-' meaning 'to' and 'securus,' meaning 'safe' or 'secure.' The evolution of the word reflects a semantic shift towards fostering confidence in others, and over time, it has developed its modern meanings in English. The usage of 'assure' has been documented in English texts since the 16th century, where it began to include connotations of reassurance and certainty in interactions among individuals. Its derivatives include 'assuring' and 'assurance,' which further emphasize the act of providing confidence and security.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #9,842 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.