Definitions
- Describing a person or thing that cannot be depended on to perform consistently or as expected. - Referring to information or data that is not accurate or trustworthy. - Talking about a situation or circumstance that is unpredictable or inconsistent.
- Describing a person who is not honest or dependable and cannot be trusted. - Referring to information or data that is intentionally misleading or false. - Talking about a situation or circumstance that involves deceit or betrayal.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe a lack of reliability or trustworthiness.
- 2Both words can refer to people, things, information, or situations.
- 3Both words have negative connotations.
- 4Both words suggest a lack of dependability or consistency.
What is the difference?
- 1Scope: Unreliable refers to inconsistency or unpredictability, while untrustworthy implies intentional deceit or betrayal.
- 2Cause: Unreliable suggests a lack of ability or competence, while untrustworthy implies a lack of integrity or honesty.
- 3Degree: Unreliable may suggest occasional lapses in performance, while untrustworthy implies a consistent pattern of dishonesty or unreliability.
- 4Usage: Unreliable is more commonly used to describe things or situations, while untrustworthy is more commonly used to describe people or information.
- 5Connotation: Unreliable has a milder connotation than untrustworthy, which suggests a more severe lack of trustworthiness.
Remember this!
Unreliable and untrustworthy are synonyms that describe a lack of reliability or trustworthiness. However, unreliable suggests inconsistency or unpredictability, while untrustworthy implies intentional deceit or betrayal. Additionally, unreliable is more commonly used to describe things or situations, while untrustworthy is more commonly used to describe people or information.
