assure | Definition of assure

Synonyms and Antonyms of assure

1 to ease the grief or distress of

a minister choosing just the right words to assure the grieving parents of the fallen soldier

Synonyms of assure

cheer, comfort, console, reassure, solace, soothe

Words Related to assure

commiserate, condole, empathize, sympathize

boost, buoy (up), elevate, lift, uplift

allay, alleviate, assuage, relieve

calm, quiet, relax, tranquilize (also tranquillize)

Near Antonyms of assure

demoralize, discourage, dishearten

fret, upset, worry

aggravate, intensify, worsen

annoy, irk, irritate

Antonyms of assure

distress, torment, torture, trouble

2 to make sure, certain, or safe

security measures that assured our safety

Synonyms of assure

cinch, ensure, guarantee, guaranty, ice, insure, secure

Words Related to assure

attest, certify, vouch, warrant, witness

pledge, promise, swear

Near Antonyms of assure

enfeeble, undermine, weaken