reassure

Definition

  • verb: to make (someone) feel less afraid, upset, or doubtful
  • verb: to assure anew
  • synonyms: reinsure, encourage

Examples

  • Experts 'reassured' the public that the accident wouldn't happen again.

  • I tried to 'reassure' myself that the children were safe.

  • The news didn't 'reassure' him.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) To reveal his eyes, right now, maybe too much, too much for the world. - I'm afraid I don't follow you. - You will, one day. At any rate, let me reassure you that we intend to tackle all the concerns that you have raised, one by one. We? Who's we? You and the Pope? Do we have two popes now? (..)
    2016 TvShow: The Young Pope Title: Episode #1.2 Season: 1 Episode 2
  • (..) - And you were right. Shouldn't the people know the hero who saved them? A hero can be anyone. Even a man doing simple things, as simple... and reassuring as putting a coat around a young boy's shoulders... to let 'im know the world hadn't ended. Bruce Wayne? (..)
    2012 The Dark Knight Rises
  • (..) was shortsighted, so I'm glad to see you back at work. With that said, no one could blame you if you wanted to take a personal day. I find the work reassuring. Sometimes the best salve is routine. Nothing routine about today, though. I know this must be difficult for you. Forgive the intrusion, (..)
    2016 TvShow: Westworld Title: Trace Decay Season: 1 Episode 8