Question

Choose the word which best expresses the meaning of the italicized bold part of the sentence:
The minister tried to assure the people regarding their safety.

• A. convince
• B. warn
• C. provide
• D. protect

Answer 1

Answer: (A)

convince

Option A: 'Assure' means 'tell someone confidently that something is true, so that they don't worry'.

'Convince' means 'make someone believe in the truth of something'.

This word means the same as the given italicized word. Hence option A is correct.

Option B: 'Warn' means 'inform someone in advance of a possible danger or unpleasant situation'.

Option C: 'Provide' means 'make available for use, supply'.

Option D: 'Protect' means 'keep safe from harm or injury'.

These words do not mean the same as the given word 'assure'.

So, options B, C and D are wrong.