Assurance
(noun)
- A statement or action that gives someone confidence or reassurance.
- A formal guarantee or promise, especially in financial contexts.
Origin:
Late middle english (in the sense "a legal guarantee"): from old french assuraunce, from assurer (see assure).
Examples:
- He gave her assurance that everything would be alright.
- The company gave us an assurance of their commitment to customer satisfaction.
- He gave an assurance of his support.
- The assurance of the company's financial stability was a major factor in the decision.
- The assurance of the insurance policy gave them peace of mind.