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 The information is considered reliable since truthful reporting is vital should the person end up in immigration court or try to gain legal status. — Adam Van Brimmer, AJC.com, 6 Oct. 2026 Bashing California is a reliable applause line in red states like Nebraska, Alabama, Texas and Oklahoma, where the president has been holding rallies trying to ensure his supporters get out to vote. — Ana Ceballos, Los Angeles Times, 6 Oct. 2026 All of this is creating a lot of frustration for parents like me, who just want a reliable, easy way to manage their child’s screen time. — Jennifer Pattison Tuohy, The Verge, 6 Oct. 2026 Unlike conventional rockets that use refined kerosene or hydrogen, Starship’s Raptor engines are designed around methane, making a reliable gas supply an important part of SpaceX’s launch infrastructure. — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 5 Oct. 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
  • Lured in by such shiny baubles, the responsible critic should avoid making premature, weepingly sincere pronouncements.
    — Walden Green, Pitchfork, 9 Oct. 2026
  • The researchers posit that GLP-1s could make people more responsible decision-makers through a simple injection, a habit that might otherwise take years to cultivate on their own, Platt said.
    — Mary Cunningham, CBS News, 8 Oct. 2026
Definition of responsible
Adjective
  • According to MoDOT, the full closure will allow construction to be completed quicker, safer and more cost-effectively than keeping lanes open.
    — Eleanor Nash, Kansas City Star, 6 Oct. 2026
  • Plus, its 18-inch USB cable ensures a fast, stable connection while also being long enough to keep the HDD at a safe distance.
    — George Yang, PC Magazine, 6 Oct. 2026
Definition of safe
Adjective
  • The court has already said that second half is Congress’ job, and the usual objection — that nobody could tell the difference — is about to stop being true.
    — John Mildenberger, STAT, 2 Oct. 2026
  • But back then, Carla was worth significantly more than Morgan; now, the inverse is true.
    — Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 2 Oct. 2026
Definition of true
Adjective
  • Lucy’s constant sense of invention sometimes falters under the album’s new, megawatt spotlight, lacking the enticing mystery that gives their best music its power.
    — H.D. Angel, Pitchfork, 8 Oct. 2026
  • Among those surveyed, Latinos who didn’t vote in 2024 were more likely than those who had voted to have economic frustrations, like struggling to earn enough money or find a good job.
    — Nicholas Wu, semafor.com, 8 Oct. 2026
Definition of good
Adjective
  • That means taking bold swings, alongside crowd-pleasers, with a steady willingness to push boundaries.
    — Payton Turkeltaub, Variety, 7 Oct. 2026
  • Rabid bat detections can vary year-to-year, but Los Angeles County has seen a steady upward trend for more than a decade.
    — Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 6 Oct. 2026
Definition of steady
Adjective
  • These questions make support more dependable and help identify barriers colleagues may struggle to resolve alone.
    — Bala Sathyanarayanan, Forbes.com, 6 Oct. 2026
  • Google Pixel Prime Day Deals The Google Pixel 10 Pro pairs clean Android software with dependable camera hardware that captures sharp, true-to-life photos.
    — Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 6 Oct. 2026
Definition of dependable
Adjective
  • Officials at the meeting discussed the rise in yields, attributing them to expectations for higher rates from the Fed as well as the build-out in artificial intelligence and solid economic growth.
    — Jeff Cox, CNBC, 7 Oct. 2026
  • All of these features sit on a durable Goodyear® Performance Outsole, so from the heel to the toe and from the top to the bottom, their feet are in for a solid, supportive run.
    — Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 7 Oct. 2026
Definition of solid
Adjective
  • This is a great one, because some remote access trojans use the same technology as trustworthy remote access software.
    — Alan Henry, PC Magazine, 2 Oct. 2026
  • Clear ownership and consistent data definitions are critical to making that foundation trustworthy across functions.
    — Ann Blakely, Forbes.com, 2 Oct. 2026
Definition of trustworthy

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“Reliable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reliable. Accessed 9 Oct. 2026.

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