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reassurance
noun re·as·sur·ance \ˌrē-ə-ˈshu̇r-ən(t)s\
: something that is said or done to make someone feel less afraid, upset, or doubtful
Full Definition of REASSURANCE
1
: the action of reassuring : the state of being reassured
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First Known Use of REASSURANCE
circa 1611
Related to REASSURANCE
- Synonyms
- comforting, consoling, consolation, solace, solacing
Rhymes with REASSURANCE
REASSURANCE Defined for Kids
reassurance
noun re·as·sur·ance \ˌrē-ə-ˈshu̇r-əns\
Definition of REASSURANCE for Kids
: something that is said or done to make someone feel less afraid, upset, or doubtful
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