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reliable

[rɪˈlaɪəbl]

reliable Definition

  • 1able to be trusted to do or provide what is needed or right
  • 2able to be relied on

Using reliable: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "reliable" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She is a reliable source of information.

  • Example

    The car is not very reliable.

  • Example

    He is a reliable worker who always finishes his tasks on time.

reliable Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with reliable

  • a person whose testimony is considered trustworthy and credible

    Example

    The prosecution called a reliable witness to testify in the trial.

  • a person, organization, or document that can be trusted to provide accurate and unbiased information

    Example

    The journalist confirmed the story with a reliable source before publishing it.

  • a sign or signal that can be trusted to accurately predict or reflect something

    Example

    The stock market is often seen as a reliable indicator of the health of the economy.

Origins of reliable

from Latin 're-' meaning 'again' and 'liare' meaning 'to fold'

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Summary: reliable in Brief

The term 'reliable' [rɪˈlaɪəbl] refers to someone or something that can be trusted to do or provide what is needed or right. It is synonymous with 'dependable,' 'trustworthy,' and 'consistent.' Examples include 'She is a reliable source of information,' and 'He is a reliable worker who always finishes his tasks on time.'

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