reliability
noun
re·li·abil·i·ty
ri-ˌlī-ə-ˈbi-lə-tē 
1
: the quality or state of being reliable
2
: the extent to which an experiment, test, or measuring procedure yields the same results on repeated trials
Synonyms
Examples of reliability in a Sentence
we never had reason to question the reliability of the park rangers in the event of an emergency
Recent Examples on the Web
Doctors said the service has potential but question its current reliability and usefulness.
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Lauryn Higgins, Health, 19 Apr. 2024
And a year ago, the company shored up reliability and sound quality concerns with the Ear 2.
—Chris Welch, The Verge, 18 Apr. 2024
Slower, level 2 chargers often found at workplaces and in retail parking lots will not receive a reliability score.
—Emily Dreibelbis, PCMAG, 15 Apr. 2024
Despite boasting a career measured almost exclusively in silverware, Woods would be proud to set a new benchmark for reliability.
—Jack Bantock, CNN, 10 Apr. 2024
Israel and the Gulf states might harbor doubts about Donald Trump’s reliability, but the combination of his quasi-isolationist sensibilities and his affection for authoritarian leaders would ease U.S. pressure on a resolution to the Israeli-Palestinian crisis and other discomfiting issues.
—Steven Simon, Foreign Affairs, 9 Apr. 2024
Or worse, end up with a reliability nightmare the moment the warranty is up.
—Collin Woodard / Jalopnik, Quartz, 29 Mar. 2024
And as for reliability, Reichard missed two extra points in five collegiate seasons.
—Adam Grosbard, Orange County Register, 3 Apr. 2024
Reliable performance: Brother printers are generally known for their durability and reliability.
—Nilay Patel, The Verge, 2 Apr. 2024
Lauryn Higgins, Health, 19 Apr. 2024
And a year ago, the company shored up reliability and sound quality concerns with the Ear 2.
—Chris Welch, The Verge, 18 Apr. 2024
Slower, level 2 chargers often found at workplaces and in retail parking lots will not receive a reliability score.
—Emily Dreibelbis, PCMAG, 15 Apr. 2024
Despite boasting a career measured almost exclusively in silverware, Woods would be proud to set a new benchmark for reliability.
—Jack Bantock, CNN, 10 Apr. 2024
Israel and the Gulf states might harbor doubts about Donald Trump’s reliability, but the combination of his quasi-isolationist sensibilities and his affection for authoritarian leaders would ease U.S. pressure on a resolution to the Israeli-Palestinian crisis and other discomfiting issues.
—Steven Simon, Foreign Affairs, 9 Apr. 2024
Or worse, end up with a reliability nightmare the moment the warranty is up.
—Collin Woodard / Jalopnik, Quartz, 29 Mar. 2024
And as for reliability, Reichard missed two extra points in five collegiate seasons.
—Adam Grosbard, Orange County Register, 3 Apr. 2024
Reliable performance: Brother printers are generally known for their durability and reliability.
—Nilay Patel, The Verge, 2 Apr. 2024
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reliability
noun
re·li·abil·i·ty
ri-ˌlī-ə-ˈbil-ət-ē
plural reliabilities
: the quality or state of being reliable
Medical Definition
reliability
noun
re·li·abil·i·ty
ri-ˌlī-ə-ˈbil-ət-ē
plural reliabilities
: the extent to which an experiment, test, or measuring procedure yields the same results on repeated trials
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