adj
reassuring
ree-uh-SHAW-rihng
adj
1
Making someone feel calmer or more confident.
"The pilot's calm voice over the intercom was reassuring."
How to Use Reassuring
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishHaving the effect of calming worries or restoring confidence.
Common pairings
a reassuring smile
reassuring news
Word Forms
more reassuring comparative, reassurings plural, most reassuring superlative
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