adj Uncommon

reassuring

ree-uh-SHAW-rihng

Reassuring (adj) means making someone feel calmer or more confident. Example: “The pilot's calm voice over the intercom was reassuring.”

adj

Making someone feel calmer or more confident.

"The pilot's calm voice over the intercom was reassuring."

How to use reassuring

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishHaving the effect of calming worries or restoring confidence.

Common pairings

a reassuring smile reassuring news

Word forms

more reassuring comparative, reassurings plural, most reassuring superlative

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Rhymes for reassuring

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Frequently asked questions

What does “reassuring” mean?

The word “reassuring” means making someone feel calmer or more confident. In plain terms, having the effect of calming worries or restoring confidence.

How do you pronounce “reassuring”?

“Reassuring” is pronounced ree-uh-SHAW-rihng (/ɹiːəˈʃɔːɹɪŋ/ in IPA).

How do you use “reassuring” in a sentence?

Here is “reassuring” used in a sentence: “The pilot's calm voice over the intercom was reassuring.”

What part of speech is “reassuring”?

“Reassuring” is an adjective.

Is “reassuring” a common word?

“Reassuring” is an uncommon word in modern English.