Insure
easyNeutral tonein-SHOOR
verb
Definition
To arrange for compensation in case of damage or loss; to make certain
Memory hook
IN-SURE: to make financially SURE — protect against loss (ensure = make certain; insure = financial protection).
Examples
“They insured the shipment against damage.”
“The company insured all employees against accidents.”
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“They ______ the shipment against damage.”
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insured
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GRE Tip
Insure is a easy-difficulty GRE word. On the GRE, you might see it paired with synonyms like "guarantee" or "underwrite" in Sentence Equivalence questions. Look for contrast clues (however, despite, although) that signal the opposite meaning. Words like "endanger".
Related GRE Words
ensure
To make certain that something will occur or be the case
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Existing or available in large quantities; plentiful
accept
To receive willingly; to agree to or consent to something
accomplished
Highly trained or skilled; completed successfully
advantageous
Involving or creating favorable circumstances; beneficial
advocate
To publicly recommend or support a particular cause or policy
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