reliable

adjective
rɪˈlaɪ.ə.bəl

Meaning

Consistently good in quality or performance; able to be trusted.
dependable; trustworthy; consistent;
Consistently good in quality or performance; able to be trusted

Example Sentences

Reliable systems ensure efficiency.

She is a reliable employee who always meets deadlines.

She is a reliable friend who always keeps her promises.

Example Expressions

reliable source

Synonyms

dependable, trustworthy, consistent, steady, faithful
Entry 1
dependable, trustworthy
Entry 2
dependable, trustworthy, consistent, steady
Entry 3
trustworthy, dependable, consistent, steady, faithful

Antonyms

unreliable, fragile, undependable, inconsistent, untrustworthy
Entry 1
unreliable, fragile
Entry 2
unreliable, undependable, inconsistent
Entry 3
unreliable, untrustworthy

Collocations

reliable source, reliable information, reliable service, reliable friend
Entry 2
reliable source, reliable information, reliable service
Entry 3
reliable friend, reliable source, reliable service, reliable information

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