ensure
US /ɛnˈʃʊr/
Definition
make certain of
Tested in TOEIC business and workplace contexts.
Examples
Please ensure that all doors are locked before leaving the building tonight.
Synonyms
- guaranteea written assurance that some product or service will be provided or will meet certain specifications
- assuremake certain of
- secureget by special effort
Collocations
- Easy ensure safetyto make sure that something happens regarding safety
- Medium ensure prompt deliveryto make sure that something happens regarding prompt delivery
- Hard ensure regulatory complianceto make sure that something happens regarding regulatory compliance
- Very Hard take measures to ensure solvencyto perform, accept, or undertake an action regarding measures to ensure solvency
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