Reassuring

ˌriːəˈʃʊərɪŋ

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Providing comfort or confidence; having a calming effect.

Her soothing voice was reassuring during the stressful situation.

Tending to restore confidence or alleviate anxiety.

The doctor's reassuring words helped ease my fears about the procedure.

Causing someone to feel more secure or less worried.

The teacher's reassuring smile made the students feel at ease before the exam.

Indicating safety or the absence of danger.

The reassuring presence of the lifeguard allowed the children to swim freely.

From the prefix 're-' meaning again and 'assure' meaning to promise or guarantee.

reassuring presence

A person or thing that provides comfort or support.

reassuring smile

A smile that gives comfort or confidence to someone.

assure

To tell someone something positively to dispel any doubts.

reassurance

The act of removing someone’s doubts or fears.

Chill

That response was really chill, it put me at ease.

No worries

She said 'no worries' in a reassuring tone.