Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
false-assurances
noun
/fɔls əˈʃʊr ən siz/
Definition
False-assurances are statements or promises that give a sense of security or confidence but are unfounded or misleading.
Examples
- After a series of false-assurances from the sales team, customers felt misled about the product’s capabilities.
- His false-assurances did little to ease her anxiety about the upcoming exam.
Meaning
These are assurances that are not based on reality and are intended to calm someone’s fears or doubts, yet ultimately do not hold true.
Synonyms
- false promises
- empty assurances
- deceptive reassurances
- misleading guarantees
