English · Word Candidate

ensure

/ɪnˈʃɔː(ɹ)/

Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.

Also seen as: ensures · ensuring · ensured

Both English Tiếng Việt

Meaning · English

To make sure or certain of something (usually some future event or condition).

Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt

đảm bảo chắc chắn về một điều gì đó

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Verb

I use an alarm clock to ensure that I get up on time.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “ensure” mean?

To make sure or certain of something (usually some future event or condition).

Is “ensure” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.