as in reliable
worthy of one's trust
a trustworthy bodyguard who would never blab to the tabloids
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Recent Examples of trustworthy
This is fundamental for trustworthy AI adoption in critical sectors.
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Dave McCann, Fortune, 2 Mar. 2026
With each outing, Morgan proved more and more trustworthy to a bullpen that lost Jason Adam to a quad injury for the final month of the season.
—Jeff Sanders, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Feb. 2026
Appearing open, friendly and approachable all come off as more trustworthy, Leal says.
—Jackie Flynn Mogensen, Scientific American, 26 Feb. 2026
Brands that provide clear explanations without exaggerated claims are often viewed as more trustworthy.
—Connie Etemadi, USA Today, 26 Feb. 2026
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Dave McCann, Fortune, 2 Mar. 2026
With each outing, Morgan proved more and more trustworthy to a bullpen that lost Jason Adam to a quad injury for the final month of the season.
—Jeff Sanders, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Feb. 2026
Appearing open, friendly and approachable all come off as more trustworthy, Leal says.
—Jackie Flynn Mogensen, Scientific American, 26 Feb. 2026
Brands that provide clear explanations without exaggerated claims are often viewed as more trustworthy.
—Connie Etemadi, USA Today, 26 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for trustworthy
Adjective
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That’s a volatile way to win games, not a reliable one.—
Sean Keeler,
Denver Post,
10 Mar. 2026
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The companies aim to explore whether nuclear energy can provide a reliable and efficient power source for long-distance maritime transport.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
9 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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In Iran, senior clerics responsible for selecting the next supreme leader are considering naming Mojtaba Khamenei, son of the late Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, to the top post, according to reports.—
Sawdah Bhaimiya,Holly Ellyatt,Chloe Taylor,
CNBC,
5 Mar. 2026
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Councilman Myles Tolliver, D-at large, previously asked who would be responsible for any additional costs if construction goes over budget.—
Maya Wilkins,
Chicago Tribune,
4 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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February 19 – March 20 What would help your body feel safe now?—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
6 Mar. 2026
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The piece is also outdoor-safe and easy to care for; simply wipe it down with a dry cloth after a messy project.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 Mar. 2026
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But the opposite was true Tuesday morning.—
Rachel Royster
Updated March 3,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
4 Mar. 2026
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Luneberg lens design Autonomous vehicle safety has mostly focused on onboard tech, but true reliability may require upgrading the roads themselves.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
3 Mar. 2026
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“Trustworthy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/trustworthy. Accessed 11 Mar. 2026.
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