Synonyms of dependability

dependability 1 of 2

noun

as in reliability

worthiness as the recipient of another's trust or confidence

her dependability as a friend, in good times and bad, is legendary

Synonyms & Similar Words

• reliability
• reliableness
• responsibility
• trustworthiness
• solidity
• dependableness
• solidness
• credibility
• sureness
• trustability
• infallibility
• inerrancy
• creditability
• creditableness

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• unreliability
• shakiness
• dubiousness
• dodginess
• doubtfulness
• questionableness
• uncertainness

dependable

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adjective

di-ˈpen-də-bəl 

as in reliable

worthy of one's trust

seeking a dependable person to look after their summer home in the off-season

Synonyms & Similar Words

• reliable
• responsible
• safe
• good
• true
• steady
• solid
• trustworthy
• loyal
• secure
• trusty
• sure
• calculable
• trustable
• strong
• constant
• tried-and-true
• tried
• steadfast
• faithful
• devoted
• fast
• honest
• staunch
• sincere
• effective
• proven
• infallible
• sound
• unerring
• true-blue
• valid
• firm
• unquestionable
• single-minded
• validated
• confirmed
• impeccable
• faultless
• unimpeachable
• irreproachable
• blameless
• telling
• verified
• authenticated
• attested
• guiltless
• bedrock
• inerrant

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• unreliable
• uncertain
• undependable
• unsafe
• untrustworthy
• false
• treacherous
• unfaithful
• disloyal
• fickle
• untrue
• inconstant
• faithless
• perfidious
• uncertain
• traitorous
• questionable
• doubtful
• problematic
• dishonest
• dodgy
• shaky
• deceitful
• dubious
• hazardous
• lying
• mendacious
• untruthful
• debatable
• risky
• suspect
• shady
• unsound
• fishy
• disputable
• recreant
• untried
• unconfirmed
• doubtable

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of dependability

Noun

Since that was our biggest worry, the Luna controller got especially high marks for dependability. —Bestreviews, Mercury News, 25 May 2026

These upgrades improve dependability in critical systems such as propulsion and aircraft launch operations, both essential for sustained carrier missions. —Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 30 Apr. 2026

Adjective

In the middle of the ocean, dependable internet is hard to come by — but these sea satellites work to discreetly relay information from the ocean to people on land. —Noelle Harff, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 June 2026

If your itinerary involves walking tours or long days on your feet, these are a durable and dependable choice. —Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 9 June 2026