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assurance
noun as·sur·ance \ə-ˈshu̇r-ən(t)s\
: the state of being sure or certain about something
: a strong feeling of confidence about yourself or about being right
: a strong and definite statement that something will happen or that something is true
Full Definition of ASSURANCE
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: the state of being assured: as a : security b : a being certain in the mind <the puritan's assurance of salvation> c : confidence of mind or manner : easy freedom from self-doubt or uncertainty; also : excessive self-confidence : brashness, presumption
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: something that inspires or tends to inspire confidence <gave repeated assurances of goodwill>
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First Known Use of ASSURANCE
14th century
Related to ASSURANCE
- Synonyms
- confidence, assuredness, certainty, certitude, cocksureness, conviction, doubtlessness, face, positiveness, satisfaction, sureness, surety
- Antonyms
- doubt, incertitude, nonconfidence, uncertainty
Synonym Discussion of ASSURANCE
confidence, assurance, self-possession, aplomb mean a state of mind or a manner marked by easy coolness and freedom from uncertainty, diffidence, or embarrassment. confidence stresses faith in oneself and one's powers without any suggestion of conceit or arrogance <the confidence that comes from long experience>. assurance carries a stronger implication of certainty and may suggest arrogance or lack of objectivity in assessing one's own powers <handled the cross-examination with complete assurance>. self-possession implies an ease or coolness under stress that reflects perfect self-control and command of one's powers <answered the insolent question with complete self-possession>. aplomb implies a manifest self-possession in trying or challenging situations <handled the reporters with great aplomb>.
Rhymes with ASSURANCE
ASSURANCE Defined for Kids
assurance
noun as·sur·ance \ə-ˈshu̇r-əns\
Definition of ASSURANCE for Kids
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: the act of making sure or confident <You have my assurance that it's true.>
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: the state of being sure or confident <I lent him money with assurance that I would be repaid.>
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: self-confidence <She spoke of her plans with quiet assurance.>
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