verb as in strong fondness

Strongest matches

assure, comfort, encourage

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Example Sentences

Example:The weather report assuring us of clear skies helped dispel the foreboding of an unpleasant day.

Definition:to make someone confident in or secure that something will happen or not happen.

From assure

Example:The comforting tone of his voice helped to dispel the foreboding of the approaching storm.

Definition:to give someone reassurance; to soothe.

From comfort

Example:His words of encouragement were a stark contrast to the foreboding looming over the townsfolk.

Definition:to actively support or inspire; to instill confidence in someone; to promote or facilitate the development of.

From encourage