reliable (/rɪˈlaɪ.ə.bl̩/)

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🔊 /rɪˈlaɪ.ə.bl̩/

Meaning

Meaning: dependable, trustworthy

Able to be trusted to do what is expected.

Examples

🗣 She is reliable and always finishes her work on time.

Etymology

From ‘rely’ (Old French ‘relier’, to bind) plus ‘-able’.

How & Where It’s Used

Praises dependable people and products.

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Tags: trust, positive

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