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reassure
verb re·as·sure \ˌrē-ə-ˈshu̇r\
: to make (someone) feel less afraid, upset, or doubtful
Full Definition of REASSURE
transitive verb
1
: to assure anew <reassured him that the work was on schedule>
2
: to restore to confidence <felt reassured by their earnest promise to do better>
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First Known Use of REASSURE
1594
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Rhymes with REASSURE
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REASSURE Defined for Kids
reassure
verb re·as·sure \ˌrē-ə-ˈshu̇r\
re·as·suredre·as·sur·ing
Definition of REASSURE for Kids
: to make (someone) feel less afraid, upset, or doubtful
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