assurance

noun

ə-ˈshu̇r-ən(t)s How to pronounce assurance (audio)
Definition of assurancenext
1
as in certainty
a state of mind in which one is free from doubt I can state with complete assurance that no harm will ever come to you

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2
as in confidence
great faith in oneself or one's abilities her assurance was evident in the way she carried herself onto the playing field

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How is the word assurance distinct from other similar nouns?

Some common synonyms of assurance are aplomb, confidence, and self-possession. While all these words mean "a state of mind or a manner marked by easy coolness and freedom from uncertainty, diffidence, or embarrassment," assurance carries a stronger implication of certainty and may suggest arrogance or lack of objectivity in assessing one's own powers.

handled the cross-examination with complete assurance

When can aplomb be used instead of assurance?

While the synonyms aplomb and assurance are close in meaning, aplomb implies a manifest self-possession in trying or challenging situations.

handled the reporters with great aplomb

When might confidence be a better fit than assurance?

The synonyms confidence and assurance are sometimes interchangeable, but confidence stresses faith in oneself and one's powers without any suggestion of conceit or arrogance.

the confidence that comes from long experience

When is self-possession a more appropriate choice than assurance?

The words self-possession and assurance can be used in similar contexts, but self-possession implies an ease or coolness under stress that reflects perfect self-control and command of one's powers.

answered the insolent question with complete self-possession

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Recent Examples of assurance However, there are no assurances that this latest set of talks will lead to meaningful negotiations toward a settlement, the Times reported, citing people briefed on the upcoming discussions. — Ian Thomas, CNBC, 22 Aug. 2026 Jimmy Garoppolo’s veteran assurance didn’t require much back and forth over who would take over for Stafford should his availability come into uncertainty. — Benjamin Royer, Oc Register, 21 Aug. 2026 But Abbott's assurance cut against what CBP had publicly described only days earlier. — Nicole Sganga, CBS News, 20 Aug. 2026 Among the areas covered by the new measures are backups, incident response, risk management and security assurance, with later phases requiring further testing of clubs’ ability to recover from cyber incidents. — Amelie Claydon, New York Times, 18 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for assurance
Recent Examples of Synonyms for assurance
  1. certainty
  2. confidence
  3. satisfaction
  4. composure
  5. conviction
  6. self-assurance
Noun
  • Caudle acknowledged the stress the Iran war has put on the US fleet and said the service would try to put more certainty into deployment times, but combat demands can make that difficult.
    — Brad Lendon, CNN Money, 27 Aug. 2026
  • There are plenty of clues on further cost of living support but no certainty yet on what will be announced.
    — Marc Shoffman, TheWeek, 27 Aug. 2026
Definition of certainty
Noun
  • In the fourth quarter of 2024, according to the same updating Gallup survey, forty-nine per cent of college graduates expressed confidence in the job market, compared to forty-four percent of respondents who had less than a college degree.
    — Jay Caspian Kang, New Yorker, 25 Aug. 2026
  • When asked on Monday if the team has the talent to improve at center, Quinn reiterated his confidence in Washington’s trio of Allegretti, Good-Jones and Gulbin.
    — Nicki Jhabvala, New York Times, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of confidence
Noun
  • Rocket Mortgage customer service ratings Rocket Mortgage has decent customer review ratings, although the actual score and customer satisfaction rating depend on the platform.
    — Dan Simms, USA Today, 30 Aug. 2026
  • Sixty-seven percent say AI tools have increased their productivity, while 57% report higher job satisfaction since those tools were introduced.
    — Jill Standish, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026
Definition of satisfaction
Noun
  • Ampadu’s tenacity in the tackle, composure on the ball and his long throw — an emerging weapon — all contributed to the team’s strong showings.
    — Adam Crafton, New York Times, 18 Aug. 2026
  • Willis showed good composure, arm strength, accuracy and decision-making, going 4-for-5 passing for 43 yards while leading the Dolphins on a 14-play, 93-yard touchdown drive.
    — Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 15 Aug. 2026
Definition of composure
Noun
  • Family says risks remain despite convictions The court also ordered about $223,500 in compensation for Inuma’s legal heirs and about $74,500 for Tapullima, the woman wounded in the attack.
    — Steven Grattan, Los Angeles Times, 26 Aug. 2026
  • The artifacts cited in this particular conviction include a bust of Cleopatra, items from a princess’s grave and a stone slab affiliated with Tutankhamun.
    — News Desk, Artforum, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of conviction
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  • The 25-year-old from California opened the final with some swagger, popping four aces in the first game, but his self-assurance quickly ebbed.
    — Ava Wallace, New York Times, 14 Aug. 2026
  • The most consistent signature across her growing catalogue is her self-assurance as a performer.
    — Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of self-assurance

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“Assurance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/assurance. Accessed 2 Sep. 2026.

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