Definition for Assure (-d)

assure (-d), v. [L. ad-, to + sēcūrus, safe; see secure, n. and sure, adj.] (webplay: conviction, persuasion; trusted).

  1. Know; understand; be sure; be certain.
  2. Confirm; guarantee; promise; pronounce; testify; witness; [word play] give confidence; provide a sure knowledge of one's salvation.
  3. Comfort; encourage; hearten; give confidence.

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