Enure: meaning, definitions and examples

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enure

 

[ ɪnˈʃʊr ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

establishing security

To ensure means to make certain that something will occur or be the case. It involves taking steps to guarantee a desired outcome or to achieve a specific result. People commonly use the term in various contexts, including personal, professional, and legal situations. Ensuring often implies a proactive approach, where precautions or actions are put in place to mitigate risks or reinforce certainty.

Synonyms

assure, confirm, guarantee, secure

Examples of usage

  • We must ensure the safety of all participants.
  • The company wants to ensure quality in its products.
  • He took measures to ensure his team's success.

Translations

Translations of the word "enure" in other languages:

🇵🇹 garantia

🇮🇳 सुरक्षा

🇩🇪 Garantie

🇮🇩 jaminan

🇺🇦 гарантія

🇵🇱 gwarancja

🇯🇵 保証

🇫🇷 garantie

🇪🇸 garantía

🇹🇷 garanti

🇰🇷 보증

🇸🇦 ضمان

🇨🇿 záruka

🇸🇰 záruka

🇨🇳 保证

🇸🇮 garancija

🇮🇸 trygging

🇰🇿 кепілдік

🇬🇪 გარანტია

🇦🇿 zəmanət

🇲🇽 garantía

Etymology

The term 'ensure' has its roots in Middle English, derived from the Old French word 'ensurer' which means 'to make sure'. The word 'surer' is a derivative of 'sure', which signifies certainty or reliability. The prefix 'en-' denotes the act of causing something to happen. Its usage can be traced back to the 14th century, where it was employed in legal and formal contexts to stress the importance of guarantees and certainties. Over the centuries, 'ensure' has evolved into a common term used in various domains, from business practices to everyday life, emphasizing the need to confirm and safeguard outcomes.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #32,340 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.