C1verbemotionshealth
US/ˌriː.əˈʃʊr/
UK/ˌriː.əˈʃɔː/
to say or do something to make someone feel less worried or afraid
In context
The doctor reassured me that the operation was very safe.
The bank sent a letter to reassure customers that their money was secure.
I felt reassured when I saw that my flight was still on time.
Words that go with reassure
verb + noun
- reassure the publicThe minister appeared on TV to reassure the public.
- reassure investorsThe company tried to reassure investors after its share price fell.
- reassure customersOnline shops must reassure customers that payments are safe.
- reassure parentsThe head teacher wrote to reassure parents about the new timetable.
verb + preposition
- reassured byMany people were reassured by the news that the virus was under control.