What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
reliably
Example
The new software update has made the system run more reliably. [reliably: adverb]
Example
She is a reliable employee who always completes her tasks on time. [reliable: adjective]
steadily
Example
The company's profits have been steadily increasing over the past year. [steadily: adverb]
Example
The water flowed steadily down the river. [steadily: adverb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Reliably and steadily are both common words in English, but reliably is more commonly used in professional or technical contexts, while steadily is more commonly used in everyday language.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between reliably and steadily?
Reliably is more formal than steadily, which can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
