Assure — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb /ə-ˈshu̇r/ as·sure

Meaning & Definition of Assure

Assure (verb)

  1. to make sure or certain, convince
  2. to inform positively
  3. to make certain the coming or attainment of, guarantee

Assure (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to ease the grief or distress of

    "a minister choosing just the right words to assure the grieving parents of the fallen soldier"

    similar: cheer, comfort, console, reassure, solace, soothe
    related: commiserate, condole, empathize, sympathize, boost, buoy (up), elevate, lift, uplift, allay, alleviate, assuage, relieve, calm, quiet, relax, tranquilize
    opposite: distress, torment, torture, trouble
    near: demoralize, discourage, dishearten, fret, upset, worry, aggravate, intensify, worsen, annoy, irk, irritate, harass, pester

  2. to make sure, certain, or safe

    "security measures that assured our safety"

    similar: cinch, ensure, guarantee, guaranty, ice, insure, secure
    related: attest, certify, vouch, warrant, witness, pledge, promise, swear
    near: enfeeble, undermine, weaken

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Assure

The most common words with a similar meaning to Assure:

cheer, comfort, console, reassure, solace, soothe, cinch, ensure, guarantee, guaranty, ice, insure, secure

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Assure

Words with the opposite meaning of Assure:

distress, torment, torture, trouble

Related Words for Assure

commiserate, condole, empathize, sympathize, boost, buoy (up), elevate, lift, uplift, allay, alleviate, assuage, relieve, calm, quiet, relax, tranquilize, attest, certify, vouch, warrant, witness, pledge, promise, swear

Near Antonyms of Assure

demoralize, discourage, dishearten, fret, upset, worry, aggravate, intensify, worsen, annoy, irk, irritate, harass, pester, enfeeble, undermine, weaken

Word Forms of Assure

Inflections: assured, assuring

Origin & Etymology of Assure

Middle English, from Anglo-French asseurer, assurer, from Medieval Latin assecurare, from Latin ad- + securus secure

First known use: 14th century

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Assure

Words & Phrases Containing Assure

assure oneself

Frequently Asked Questions about Assure

What does "Assure" mean?

"Assure" means to make sure or certain, convince. As a verb, it is defined as: to make sure or certain, convince. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Assure"?

Other words for "Assure" include cheer, comfort, console, reassure, solace, soothe, cinch and ensure. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Assure" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Assure"?

There are 38 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Assure". Common alternatives include cheer, comfort, console, reassure, solace, soothe, cinch, ensure, guarantee and guaranty.

What is the opposite of "Assure"?

Antonyms of "Assure" include distress, torment, torture and trouble. Near antonyms include demoralize, discourage, dishearten and fret.

How do you use "Assure" in a sentence?

Examples of "Assure" in a sentence: "a minister choosing just the right words to assure the grieving parents of the fallen soldier"; "security measures that assured our safety".

Is "Assure" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Assure" is a verb.

Is "Assure" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a B2-level word, "Assure" is typical of Cambridge B2 First (FCE), IELTS band 5.5–6.5, TOEFL iBT 72–94, PTE Academic 59–75, TOEIC Listening & Reading 785+.

How do you pronounce "Assure"?

"Assure" is pronounced /ə-ˈshu̇r/ and divided into syllables as as·sure.