reassurance
gb/ɹˌiəʃˈʊɹəns/ us/ɹˌiəʃˈʊɹəns/
B2
영어
의미
의미 0개
명사
B2
abstract
1
comfort that reduces worry
help that makes someone feel less worried
사용 패턴：
give/offer/provide reassurance (to [someone]) (about [something])
자주 하는 실수：
Learners often confuse reassurance (comfort) with assurance (a promise/guarantee) or use it as a verb; the verb is reassure.
유의어
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.)
반의어
alarm (Something that causes fear or worry instead of reducing it.)
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discouragement (Words or actions that reduce confidence or hope.)
연어
give reassurance
|offer reassurance
|provide reassurance
|seek reassurance
|need reassurance
|some reassurance
|constant reassurance
|verbal reassurance
|reassurance and support
|reassurance about the future
주제
emotions
|communication
|relationships
|mental_health
|daily_life
예문
- She called her parents for reassurance before the surgery.
- The manager offered reassurance that no one would lose their job.
- A few calm words were enough to give him reassurance.
학습자용 예문
- I need reassurance before the test.
- His message gave me reassurance.
명사
B2
state
2
a feeling of confidence
a calm feeling that everything is okay
사용 패턴：
feel/take/find reassurance (in/from [something])
자주 하는 실수：
Learners may overuse reassurance where confidence is more natural when the meaning is personal self-belief rather than being calmed by someone or something.
유의어
confidence (Often stronger and more self-directed than reassurance.)
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peace of mind (Emphasizes relief from worry.)
반의어
anxiety (A worried, uneasy feeling that reassurance reduces.)
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doubt (Uncertainty rather than calm certainty.)
연어
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
주제
emotions
|mental_health
|daily_life
예문
- He felt a wave of reassurance when the test came back negative.
- The steady progress gave her reassurance that she was improving.
- There was little reassurance in the doctor’s cautious tone.
학습자용 예문
- The news gave me reassurance.
- I felt reassurance after I spoke to her.
명사
C1
entity
3
a sign that things are fine
a sign that you don’t need to worry
사용 패턴：
[something] is reassurance that [clause]
자주 하는 실수：
Learners may use reassurance where proof is required; reassurance can be weaker than evidence and may be emotional rather than factual.
유의어
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.)
반의어
warning (A sign that something may go wrong.)
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red flag (A clear sign of potential trouble.)
연어
welcome reassurance
|some reassurance
|little reassurance
|reassurance that
|reassurance for investors
|reassurance to customers
|source of reassurance
|additional reassurance
|public reassurance
|financial reassurance
주제
business
|news
|daily_life
예문
- The strong sales figures were reassurance that the strategy was working.
- For many customers, the extended warranty is reassurance that repairs will be covered.
- The calm response from officials provided reassurance that the situation was under control.
학습자용 예문
- The result was reassurance that we were right.
문법
기본형
reassurance
IPA
GB/ɹˌiəʃˈʊɹəns/
US/ɹˌiəʃˈʊɹəns/
음절 및 강세
re - as - sur - ance （4음절）
Stress on 2nd syllable (as)
활용형
Noun
- Base: reassurance
- Plural: reassurance, reassurances
표현
give (someone) reassurance
1/ɡˈɪv sˈʌmwˌʌn ɹˌiəʃˈʊɹəns/
fixed phrase
comfort someone who worries
to help someone feel less worried
예문
- The nurse gave him reassurance before the procedure.
- I tried to give her reassurance about the move.
- A quick reply can give someone reassurance.
need reassurance
1/nˈid ɹˌiəʃˈʊɹəns/
fixed phrase
require comforting support
to need someone to calm you
예문
- 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.
offer reassurance
1/ˈɔfɚ ɹˌiəʃˈʊɹəns/
fixed phrase
provide calming support
to say something to calm someone
예문
- The CEO offered reassurance that the company was stable.
- He offered reassurance but avoided making promises.
- Teachers offered reassurance to anxious students.
provide reassurance
1/pɹəvˈaɪd ɹˌiəʃˈʊɹəns/
fixed phrase
formal
give reassurance formally
to give reassurance, often officially
예문
- 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.
seek reassurance
1/sˈik ɹˌiəʃˈʊɹəns/
fixed phrase
look for comfort
to look for words that calm you
예문
- 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.
words of reassurance
1/wˈɚdz əv ɹˌiəʃˈʊɹəns/
fixed phrase
comforting things said
kind words that calm someone
예문
- 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.