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- pronunciation:
- rih
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- features:
- Word Combinations (adjective), Word Parts
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adjective |
| definition: |
capable of being relied on or trusted; dependable.
The appearance of these flowers is always a reliable sign of spring.The quality of his work was not remarkable, but he was valued because he was reliable.You're lucky to find a reliable mechanic.- synonyms:
- dependable, steadfast, steady, sure, trustworthy, trusty
- antonyms:
- doubtful, dubious, forgetful, unreliable
- similar words:
- authentic, authoritative, conscientious, credible, creditable, faithful, good, infallible, loyal, responsible, scrupulous, secure, solid, sound, staunch, true, unerring
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| related words: |
constant, decent, dutiful, good, honest, punctual, reputable, respectable, safe, savory, solid, stable, straightforward, truthful |
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| derivations: |
reliably (adv.), reliability (n.) |
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