reassurance

[ree-uh-shoor-uhns, -shur]

noun

1. something, such as information, praise, or an action or gesture, that soothes, comforts, or restores to confidence.

   The organization offers support, guidance, and, most importantly, the reassurance that, whatever the problem, you're not the first parent to face it.

Word History and Origins

Origin of reassurance¹

re- ( def. ) + assurance ( def. )

Example Sentences

However, campaigners say they have had reassurance from the education secretary Jenny Gilruth that this would not put the funding at risk.

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Asked about Mr Powell's involvement, Bridget Phillipson told the BBC: "I can give you that reassurance, he did not have those conversations around the substance or the evidence of the case."

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He said that Greater Manchester Police were under "sustained pressure", and that the government should "consider the funding" of the force so it can continue to provide the "reassurance that all communities are looking for".

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Supt Rachel Swinney from Sussex Police said there were "additional patrols taking place at places of worship across Sussex to provide visibility and reassurance".

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"There is already an increased police presence at the scene and there are also additional patrols taking place to provide reassurance at other places of worship across the county."

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Related Words

• assistance 
• backing 
• cheer 
• comfort 
• confidence 
• consolation 
• faith 
• fortitude 
• incentive 
• inspiration 
• optimism 
• relief 
• reward 
• stimulation 
• stimulus