· freedom from doubt; belief in yourself and your abilities; "his assurance in his superiority did not make him popular"; "after that failure he lost his confidence"; "she spoke with authority"
Synonym(s): self-assurance, confidence, self-confidence, authority, sureness
Hypernym(s): certainty
· a binding commitment to do or give or refrain from something; "an assurance of help when needed"; "signed a pledge never to reveal the secret"
Synonym(s): pledge
Hypernym(s): commitment, dedication
· a statement intended to inspire confidence; "the President's assurances were not respected"
Hypernym(s): statement
· a British term for some kinds of insurance
Hypernym(s): insurance