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Meaning of reassuring
The primary meaning of the word "reassuring" is giving a feeling of confidence or comfort.
Etymology of reassuring
The word "reassuring" originates from the verb "reassure", which is a combination of "re-" (meaning again) and "assure" (from Old French "asurer", from Latin "assecuro", from "ad-" (meaning to) and "securo" (from "securus", meaning secure))
Historically, the word has been used to describe actions or statements that provide comfort, confidence, or a sense of security
Synonyms
comforting
soothing
calming
placating
consoling
alleviating
mitigating
pacifying
tranquilizing
reassuring
heartening
encouraging
uplifting
supportive
helpful
relieving
soothing
gentle
mild
lenient
moderate
temperate
mollifying
appeasing
propitiating
conciliating
allaying
soothing
solacing
cheering
gladdening
uplifting
inspiriting
invigorating
strengthening
fortifying
bolstering
boosting
buoying
reviving
renovating
restoring
revivifying
refreshing
reinvigorating
rejuvenating
revitalizing
Definitions
- Giving a feeling of confidence or comfort, typically by removing someone's doubts or fears
- Providing a sense of security or stability, often by being dependable or trustworthy
Usage Examples
- The doctor's reassuring smile put the patient at ease
- The company's reassuring financial reports helped to calm investor fears
- Her reassuring presence helped to alleviate the child's anxiety
Antonyms
unsettling
disturbing
alarming
frightening
intimidating
disconcerting
unnerving
unnering
perturbing
troubling
worrying
concerning
disquieting
distressing
discomforting
disagreeable
unpleasant
off-putting
dismaying
discouraging
disheartening
depressing
gloomy
dismal
bleak
ominous
foreboding
threatening
menacing
hostile
unfriendly
inhospitable
unwelcoming