reassurance
gb/ɹˌiəʃˈʊɹəns/ us/ɹˌiəʃˈʊɹəns/
B2
English
megnyugtatás, megnyugvás, biztosíték, megnyugtató jel
NOUN
B2
1
megnyugtatás
B2
Usage pattern:
give/offer/provide reassurance (to [someone]) (about [something])
She called her parents for reassurance before the surgery.
A műtét előtt azért hívta fel a szüleit, hogy megnyugtassák.
The manager offered reassurance that no one would lose their job.
A vezető biztosította őket arról, hogy senki sem fogja elveszíteni az állását.
A few calm words were enough to give him reassurance.
Learner examples
I need reassurance before the test.
A vizsga előtt szükségem van egy kis megnyugtatásra.
His message gave me reassurance.
Az üzenete megnyugtatott.
Common mistake:
Learners often confuse reassurance (comfort) with assurance (a promise/guarantee) or use it as a verb; the verb is reassure.
Meaning
comfort that reduces worry
Collocations
give reassurance
|offer reassurance
|provide reassurance
|seek reassurance
|need reassurance
|some reassurance
|constant reassurance
|verbal reassurance
|reassurance and support
|reassurance about the future
Synonyms
comfort (More general; can be physical or emotional.)
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encouragement (Focuses on boosting confidence rather than calming worry.)
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consolation (Often used after a loss or disappointment.)
Antonyms
alarm (Something that causes fear or worry instead of reducing it.)
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discouragement (Words or actions that reduce confidence or hope.)
Themes
emotions
|communication
|relationships
|mental_health
|daily_life
Definition
help that makes someone feel less worried
words, actions, or information that make someone feel less worried or afraid
NOUN
B2
2
megnyugvás
B2
Usage pattern:
feel/take/find reassurance (in/from [something])
He felt a wave of reassurance when the test came back negative.
Amikor a teszt eredménye negatív lett, megnyugvás öntötte el.
The steady progress gave her reassurance that she was improving.
Az egyenletes haladás megnyugtatta, hogy valóban fejlődik.
There was little reassurance in the doctor’s cautious tone.
Learner examples
The news gave me reassurance.
A hír megnyugvással töltött el.
I felt reassurance after I spoke to her.
Miután beszéltem vele, megnyugvást éreztem.
Common mistake:
Learners may overuse reassurance where confidence is more natural when the meaning is personal self-belief rather than being calmed by someone or something.
Meaning
a feeling of confidence
Collocations
feel reassurance
|find reassurance
|take reassurance from
|take reassurance in
|gain reassurance
|a sense of reassurance
|a measure of reassurance
|bring reassurance
|reassurance for patients
|reassurance to the public
Synonyms
confidence (Often stronger and more self-directed than reassurance.)
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peace of mind (Emphasizes relief from worry.)
Antonyms
anxiety (A worried, uneasy feeling that reassurance reduces.)
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doubt (Uncertainty rather than calm certainty.)
Themes
emotions
|mental_health
|daily_life
Definition
a calm feeling that everything is okay
a feeling of calm certainty that things are okay or will work out
NOUN
C1
3
biztosíték
B2
Usage pattern:
[something] is reassurance that [clause]
The strong sales figures were reassurance that the strategy was working.
Az erős eladási számok megnyugtató jelek voltak arra, hogy a stratégia működik.
For many customers, the extended warranty is reassurance that repairs will be covered.
Sok vásárló számára a kiterjesztett garancia biztosíték arra, hogy a javításokat fedezni fogják.
The calm response from officials provided reassurance that the situation was under control.
Learner examples
The result was reassurance that we were right.
Az eredmény megnyugtató jel volt arra, hogy igazunk volt.
Common mistake:
Learners may use reassurance where proof is required; reassurance can be weaker than evidence and may be emotional rather than factual.
Meaning
a sign that things are fine
Collocations
welcome reassurance
|some reassurance
|little reassurance
|reassurance that
|reassurance for investors
|reassurance to customers
|source of reassurance
|additional reassurance
|public reassurance
|financial reassurance
Synonyms
indication (More neutral and factual; less emotional.)
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sign (Often informal and general.)
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guarantee (Much stronger; suggests certainty or a promise.)
Antonyms
warning (A sign that something may go wrong.)
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red flag (A clear sign of potential trouble.)
Themes
business
|news
|daily_life
Definition
a sign that you don’t need to worry
something that shows a situation is safe, acceptable, or likely to succeed, reducing concern
Grammar
Dictionary form
reassurance
IPA
GB/ɹˌiəʃˈʊɹəns/
US/ɹˌiəʃˈʊɹəns/
Syllables & stress
re - as - sur - ance (4 syllables)
Stress on 2nd syllable (as)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: reassurance
- Plural: reassurance, reassurances
Expressions
give (someone) reassurance
1/ɡˈɪv sˈʌmwˌʌn ɹˌiəʃˈʊɹəns/
fixed phrase
comfort someone who worries
to help someone feel less worried
Examples
- The nurse gave him reassurance before the procedure.
- I tried to give her reassurance about the move.
- A quick reply can give someone reassurance.
Learner examples
- Please give me reassurance.
- He gave her reassurance.
need reassurance
1/nˈid ɹˌiəʃˈʊɹəns/
fixed phrase
require comforting support
to need someone to calm you
Examples
- After the accident, she needed reassurance that he was safe.
- New employees often need reassurance in the first few weeks.
- He didn’t need reassurance; he needed clear information.
Learner examples
- I need reassurance.
offer reassurance
1/ˈɔfɚ ɹˌiəʃˈʊɹəns/
fixed phrase
provide calming support
to say something to calm someone
Examples
- The CEO offered reassurance that the company was stable.
- He offered reassurance but avoided making promises.
- Teachers offered reassurance to anxious students.
Learner examples
- She offered reassurance to her friend.
provide reassurance
1/pɹəvˈaɪd ɹˌiəʃˈʊɹəns/
fixed phrase
formal
give reassurance formally
to give reassurance, often officially
Examples
- The report provides reassurance that safety standards are being met.
- Officials provided reassurance to residents after the storm.
- The policy is meant to provide reassurance to investors.
Learner examples
- The letter provided reassurance.
seek reassurance
1/sˈik ɹˌiəʃˈʊɹəns/
fixed phrase
look for comfort
to look for words that calm you
Examples
- He kept checking his phone, seeking reassurance from his partner.
- Some people seek reassurance online when they feel anxious.
- She sought reassurance about her performance.
Learner examples
- I sought reassurance from my friend.
words of reassurance
1/wˈɚdz əv ɹˌiəʃˈʊɹəns/
fixed phrase
comforting things said
kind words that calm someone
Examples
- He offered a few words of reassurance before she went on stage.
- The coach’s words of reassurance helped the team refocus.
- In the message, she added words of reassurance for the children.
Learner examples
- She gave me words of reassurance.