ASSURE
(verb) be careful or certain to do something; make certain of something
"He verified that the valves were closed", "See that the curtains are closed", "control the quality of the product"
synonyms : ascertain , check , control , ensure , insure , see , see to it(verb) assure somebody of the truth of something with the intention of giving the listener confidence
"I assured him that traveling to Cambodia was safe"
(verb) make a promise or commitment
synonyms : promise(verb) make certain of
"This nest egg will ensure a nice retirement for us", "Preparation will guarantee success!"
synonyms : ensure , guarantee , insure , secure(verb) inform positively and with certainty and confidence
"I tell you that man is a crook!"
synonyms : tell(verb) cause to feel sure; give reassurance to
"The airline tried to reassure the customers that the planes were safe"
synonyms : reassure
WordNet® 3.0, © 2006 by Princeton University.


