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
1
Making someone feel calmer or more confident.
"The pilot's calm voice over the intercom was reassuring."
How to use reassuring
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishHaving the effect of calming worries or restoring confidence.
Common pairings
a reassuring smile
reassuring news
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Word forms
- Plural
- reassurings
- Comparative
- more reassuring
- Superlative
- most reassuring
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The pilot's calm voice over the intercom was _____.
Antonyms
unreassuring
Related words
Rhymes for reassuring
See all rhymes for reassuring →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.
