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assure

[əˈʃʊr]

assure Definition

  • 1to tell someone confidently that something is true, especially so that they do not worry
  • 2to make something certain to happen

Using assure: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "assure" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    I assure you that everything will be fine.

  • Example

    The company assured its customers that their data was safe.

  • Example

    The new measures will assure the success of the project.

  • Example

    He assured me of his support.

assure Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with assure

  • to make someone confident that something is true or will happen

    Example

    The doctor assured me of a full recovery.

  • to promise someone that you will do something

    Example

    I assure you of my complete cooperation.

  • to make oneself confident that something is true or will happen

    Example

    She assured herself of the safety of the situation before proceeding.

Origins of assure

from Old French 'aseurer', from Latin 'securus', meaning 'secure'

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Summary: assure in Brief

'Assure' [əˈʃʊr] means to confidently tell someone that something is true, often to alleviate worry. It can also mean to make something certain to happen. Examples include 'I assure you that everything will be fine,' and 'The new measures will assure the success of the project.' Phrases like 'assure someone of something' and 'assure oneself of something' further clarify the meaning of 'assure.'

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