Reassure
Verb
UK
/ˌriːəˈʃʊə/
US
/ˌriːəˈʃʊr/
Level: b2
Definition
To make someone feel less worried or more confident.
Example
"She reassured her child."
"The doctor reassured the patient that recovery was likely."
"His calm explanation reassured everyone before the difficult journey."
Explanation
To reassure means to help someone stop feeling worried, frightened, or doubtful by giving support, information, or comfort. Reassuring someone often increases their confidence and helps them feel calmer about a situation.