guarantee; make certain of
The doctor assured her that recovery was possible.
Vocabulary like assure appears on the Digital SAT in Words-in-Context questions, where you choose the word that fits a passage's meaning and tone. You can also drill this word with vocabulary flashcards.
practicing self denial
hope; have an ambitious plan or a lofty goal
put together; create by putting components or members together
declare; state categorically
diligent; marked by care and persistent effort
soothe; cause to be more favorably inclined; gain the good will of
supposition; a statement that is assumed to be true and from which a conclusion can be drawn
sureness; freedom from doubt; belief in yourself and your abilities
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