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- pronunciation:
- ihn
shur
- features:
- Word Combinations (verb), Grammatical Patterns, Word Parts
| part of speech: |
transitive verb |
| inflections: |
ensures, ensuring, ensured |
| definition 1: |
to cause to be a certainty.
Plenty of fluids and rest will ensure a more speedy recovery.The hotel staff do whatever is necessary to ensure that guests are comfortable.[verb + (that) + clause
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- synonyms:
- assure, guarantee, insure
- similar words:
- certify, clinch, entail, mean, see
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| definition 2: |
to protect or render safe.
She took steps to ensure her reputation against slander.- synonyms:
- guard, protect, safeguard
- similar words:
- guarantee, guaranty, secure, shield
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| related words: |
assure, guarantee, warrant |
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| derivation: |
ensurer (n.) |
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