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/əˈʃɔːɹəns/ · as·sur·ance
noun
- The act of assuring; a declaration intended to inspire full confidence; that which is designed to give confidence. The manager's assurance that the project would be completed on time calmed the team's nerves.
- The state of being assured; firm persuasion; full confidence or trust; freedom from doubt; certainty. She spoke with assurance, convincing everyone of her plan's viability.
- Firmness of mind; undoubting steadiness; intrepidity; courage; confidence; self‑reliance. His assurance in the face of danger earned him the respect of his peers.
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Did you know? In British English, 'life assurance' is the traditional term for what Americans call 'life insurance', reflecting the word's historic link to guaranteeing a future payout.