insure
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ɪnˈʃʊr/
KK: /ɪnˈʃʊr/
intransitive verb
Definition
To purchase a policy that provides financial protection against loss or damage.
Example
Many people choose to insure their homes against natural disasters.
Tense Forms
Past: insured
Past Participle: insured
Conversation
Have you thought about how to insure your new car?
Not really, I guess I should look into it soon.
It's important to insure it in case of accidents.
You're right, I’ll definitely check my options this weekend.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
secure
protect
safeguard
Antonyms
endanger
risk
expose
transitive verb
Definition
To arrange for financial protection against loss or damage, typically by paying a premium to an insurance company.
Example
He decided to insure his house against fire damage.
Tense Forms
Past: insured
Past Participle: insured
Conversation
Have you thought about how to insure your new bike?
Not really, I guess I should look into it soon.
Yeah, it's important to insure it against theft or damage.
Root Explanation
Insure → It is formed from "in-" (meaning into or upon) and "securare" (meaning to make safe). The word "insure" means to make something safe or secure, particularly in the context of financial protection against loss.
Memory Tip
Think of making something 'safe' ('securare') by putting it 'upon' or 'into' protection ('in-'). This helps you remember that to insure means to secure against potential loss.
Visually Confused Words
inure
reinsure
insecure
incisure
coinsure
unsure
isuret
inured