as|sur|ance

as|sur|ance
as|sur|ance «uh SHUR uhns», noun.
1. a making sure or certain.
2. a statement intended to make a person more sure or certain; positive declaration inspiring confidence: »

Her employer gave her his assurance that she would receive a raise in pay.

SYNONYM(S): guarantee, pledge.
3. security, certainty, or confidence: »

We have the assurance of final victory.

SYNONYM(S): certitude, trust.
4. confidence in one's own ability; self-confidence: »

Joe's hard studying has given him considerable assurance in school.

SYNONYM(S): intrepidity, fearlessness. See syn. under confidence. (Cf.confidence)
5. too much boldness; impudence: »

He has the assurance to deny all knowledge of the affair.

SYNONYM(S): audacity, presumption.
6. British. insurance: »

life assurance.


Useful english dictionary. 2012.

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