assuring

1. make certain ofExamples: "This nest egg will ensure a nice retirement for us"; "Preparation will guarantee success!"Synonyms: assure, ensure, guarantee, insure, secure

2. inform positively and with certainty and confidenceExamples: "I tell you that man is a crook!"Synonyms: assure, tell

3. assure somebody of the truth of something with the intention of giving the listener confidenceExamples: "I assured him that traveling to Cambodia was safe"Synonyms: assure

4. be careful or certain to do something; make certain of somethingExamples: "He verified that the valves were closed"; "See that the curtains are closed"; "control the quality of the product"Synonyms: ascertain, assure, check, control, ensure, insure, see, see to it

5. cause to feel sure; give reassurance toExamples: "The airline tried to reassure the customers that the planes were safe"Synonyms: assure, reassureAntonyms: worry

6. make a promise or commitmentSynonyms: assure, promise