reassurance
UK: ˌriːəˈʃʊərəns | US: ˌriːəˈʃʊrəns
n. the action of removing someone's doubts or fears
n. a statement or gesture that dispels anxiety
The word "reassurance" combines the prefix "re-" (meaning "again"), the verb "assure" (from Old French "asseurer," meaning "to make certain or secure"), and the noun suffix "-ance" (indicating a state or action). The term evolved in Middle English to signify the act of restoring confidence, reflecting its literal meaning of "making someone certain again."
The doctor's calm demeanor provided reassurance to the anxious patient.
She sought reassurance from her friend after the unsettling news.
His repeated reassurances did little to ease her worries.
A smile can often serve as silent reassurance in difficult times.
The policy update included reassurances about data security.