reliable

adjective

ri-ˈlī-ə-bəl How to pronounce reliable (audio)
Definition of reliablenext
as in responsible
worthy of one's trust I need a reliable car that's not going to break down constantly

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Recent Examples of reliable In 2025, Taiwan proposed a global semiconductor democratic supply chain partnership initiative to jointly construct reliable systems that can withstand international disruptions. — Lin Chia-Lung, Foreign Affairs, 3 Nov. 2026 The tenants union’s Barrio Limpio campaign also seeks dumpsters for apartment buildings and businesses as well as more reliable bulky-item pickup, as city data show Koreatown led neighborhoods in trash-can complaints. — Hanna Kang, Los Angeles Times, 3 Nov. 2026 That's where reliable security software can provide an extra layer of protection. — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 3 Nov. 2026 Jaxon-Smith Njigba continues to be Seattle's most reliable offensive playmaker. — ABC News, 3 Nov. 2026 See All Example Sentences for reliable
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reliable
  1. responsible
  2. safe
  3. true
  4. good
  5. steady
  6. dependable
  7. solid
  8. trustworthy
Adjective
  • Typically, the general in the position and their staff are responsible for generating and coordinating military plans for both the chairman of the Joint Chiefs and the president.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 30 Oct. 2026
  • Typically, the general in the position and their staff are responsible for generating and coordinating military plans for both the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and the president.
    — Konstantin Toropin, Los Angeles Times, 29 Oct. 2026
Definition of responsible
Adjective
  • The Olympic Games are less than two years away, and the sheriff’s department will be expected to play a major role in keeping millions of visitors and athletes safe.
    — Itzel Luna, Los Angeles Times, 4 Nov. 2026
  • Billionaire Elon Musk had spent tens of millions for dollars to back Republicans, and Abbott's campaign had spent $180 million since last year in what was thought to be a safe path to a fourth term.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 4 Nov. 2026
Definition of safe
Adjective
  • For her, the recognition is a way to show people how to stay true to their art.
    — Julyssa Lopez, Rolling Stone, 30 Oct. 2026
  • Not only were the stories never proven true, but also at least one student later admitted to lying.
    — Jordana Rosenfeld, Encyclopedia Britannica, 30 Oct. 2026
Definition of true
Adjective
  • But a band doesn’t earn its New York Times profile on good taste and great anecdotes alone.
    — Stuart Berman, Pitchfork, 5 Nov. 2026
  • Like Dykes, Johnson had a lot of praise for Fifita and is eager to face one of the nation’s best passers.
    — Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 Nov. 2026
Definition of good
Adjective
  • Hilton, a former Fox News host, spent much of the summer barnstorming the state and keeping up a steady stream of media appearances.
    — Lia Russell, Sacbee.com, 4 Nov. 2026
  • Shortly before noon in Farmington, a steady stream of voters made their way into the polls at West Woods Upper Elementary School.
    — Sean Krofssik, Hartford Courant, 3 Nov. 2026
Definition of steady
Adjective
  • Webtoons have proved a dependable source of Korean originals across streamers, and Disney+ is no exception.
    — Ophélie Surcouf, Variety, 3 Nov. 2026
  • Day’Ron Sharpe’s foul trouble has complicated his impact inside, and the center combination of Sharpe and Wagner has yet to provide a dependable defensive foundation.
    — C.J. Holmes, New York Daily News, 1 Nov. 2026
Definition of dependable
Adjective
  • Precincts with more votes cast per square mile appear more solid, with areas with lower voter density fade to white.
    — Sean Greene, Los Angeles Times, 5 Nov. 2026
  • The sushi was solid and the cocktail program felt thoughtful and exciting.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Nov. 2026
Definition of solid
Adjective
  • Almost none have been able to tell me whether the data beneath it is trustworthy enough for AI to act on.
    — Patrick O'Connor, Forbes.com, 30 Oct. 2026
  • That is because an agent is only as trustworthy as its ability to deliver.
    — Oliver Kharraz, Fortune, 28 Oct. 2026
Definition of trustworthy

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“Reliable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reliable. Accessed 5 Nov. 2026.

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