Definitions
- Describing someone or something that cannot be relied upon to perform a task or fulfill an obligation. - Referring to a person or thing that is inconsistent or unpredictable in their behavior or actions. - Talking about a situation or circumstance that is unreliable or unstable.
- Describing someone or something that cannot be trusted to keep a secret or confidential information. - Referring to a person or thing that is dishonest or deceitful in their behavior or actions. - Talking about a situation or circumstance that is suspicious or questionable.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe a lack of reliability or trustworthiness.
- 2Both words can refer to people, things, or situations.
- 3Both words have negative connotations.
- 4Both words suggest caution or skepticism.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Independable is more commonly used to describe things or situations, while untrustworthy is more commonly used to describe people.
- 2Scope: Independable suggests inconsistency or unreliability, while untrustworthy suggests dishonesty or deceitfulness.
- 3Degree: Untrustworthy implies a higher degree of negative behavior than independable.
- 4Connotation: Independable may suggest a lack of ability or resources, while untrustworthy suggests a lack of integrity or character.
- 5Context: Independable may be used in a neutral or less severe context, while untrustworthy is typically used in a more serious or negative context.
Remember this!
While both independable and untrustworthy describe a lack of reliability or trustworthiness, they differ in their usage, scope, degree, connotation, and context. Independable is more commonly used to describe things or situations that are inconsistent or unreliable, while untrustworthy is more commonly used to describe people who are dishonest or deceitful. Untrustworthy implies a higher degree of negative behavior than independable, and suggests a lack of integrity or character.
