reassure

Definitions

To restore confidence or remove doubt and fear from someone.

To say or do something to remove the fears or doubts of someone.

Examples

The doctor tried to reassure the patient that the surgery would be successful.

She spoke softly to reassure the frightened child during the storm.

Synonyms

encourage comfort assure hearten console bolster soothe

Antonyms

alarm discourage frighten intimidate unsettle distress daunt