Synonyms of dependability

dependability

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

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of dependability

John Carlson’s declining footspeed is a little concerning, but his offensive dependability on a two-year deal is a great bet, and less risky than a long-term deal for Darren Raddysh. — Shayna Goldman, New York Times, 4 July 2026

Families and businesses should never have to choose between dependability and affordability. — Chicago Tribune, 29 June 2026

Drivers of today need unlimited mileage, lightning-fast recharge cycles, drastically reduced chassis bulk, complete dependability, and an unbreakable network that won't ditch them on the side of the road when a trip takes a detour. — Malana Vantyler, USA Today, 24 June 2026

For you, routine and dependability are forms of meditation. — Lisa Stardust, Vogue, 10 June 2026

That kind of dependability is what made the 10 seasons of reliable and not-very-taxing TV so rewarding. — Jordan Hoffman, Entertainment Weekly, 8 June 2026

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

His rise on draft boards reflects both production and dependability. — Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 25 Apr. 2026