Ensuring: meaning, definitions and examples
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ensuring
[ ɪnˈʃʊrɪŋ ]
present participle
Ensuring refers to the act of making certain that something will happen or be the case. It involves taking steps to guarantee a particular outcome, often involving planning, risk management, and implementing necessary measures.
Synonyms
assuring, confirming, guaranteeing, securing
Examples of usage
- She is ensuring that the project is completed on time.
- We are ensuring the safety of our guests.
- The manager is ensuring compliance with company policies.
Translations
Translations of the word "ensuring" in other languages:
🇵🇹 assegurando
🇮🇳 सुनिश्चित करना
🇩🇪 sicherstellen
🇮🇩 memastikan
🇺🇦 гарантування
🇵🇱 zapewnianie
🇯🇵 確保する
🇫🇷 assurant
🇪🇸 asegurando
🇹🇷 sağlama
🇰🇷 보장하는
🇸🇦 ضمان
🇨🇿 zajišťování
🇸🇰 zabezpečovanie
🇨🇳 确保
🇸🇮 zagotavljanje
🇮🇸 tryggja
🇰🇿 қамтамасыз ету
🇬🇪 დარწმუნება
🇦🇿 təmin etmə
🇲🇽 asegurando
Etymology
The word 'ensure' can be traced back to the Latin word 'inscurare', which means 'to make sure or to secure'. It entered the English language in the late Middle Ages, transitioning through Old French as 'en sicher', reflecting a strong emphasis on safeguarding outcomes and providing confidence in future events. Historically, 'ensuring' was often associated with legal contexts, emphasizing the necessity of guarantees. Over time, its usage expanded into a variety of fields, from business to personal safety, underscoring its fundamental role in security and assurance. The evolution of the term reflects its growing importance in various sectors, emphasizing the proactive measures taken to confirm that desired results are achieved.
Word Frequency Rank
At #6,129 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.
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