re·li·able
ri-ˈlī-ə-bəl 
1
: suitable or fit to be relied on : dependable
2
: giving the same result on successive trials
reliableness
noun
: one that is reliable
Synonyms
Examples of reliable in a Sentence
Adjective
He's not very reliable. You can't always count on him to do what he says he'll do.
We can't write a report without reliable data.
We need more reliable information before we can take action.
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Philip Elliott, TIME, 6 Aug. 2024
Kevin Hart — known for his comedic roles, a few dramatic turns and gut-busting stand-up — has now taken on the starring role of reliable mercenary, Roland, in the film adaptation of the video game, Borderlands.
—Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 6 Aug. 2024
Cnt Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 June 2024
From old reliables like Ralph Lauren and Orlebar Brown to new innovators on the scene.
—Charlie Hobbs, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Apr. 2024
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Adjective
In Walz, Harris found a reliable avatar who placated most of the Democratic Party’s blocs.
—Philip Elliott, TIME, 6 Aug. 2024
Kevin Hart — known for his comedic roles, a few dramatic turns and gut-busting stand-up — has now taken on the starring role of reliable mercenary, Roland, in the film adaptation of the video game, Borderlands.
—Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 6 Aug. 2024
Noun
No matter the situation, preflight grab-and-go Hudson News is the old reliable.
—Cnt Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 June 2024
From old reliables like Ralph Lauren and Orlebar Brown to new innovators on the scene.
—Charlie Hobbs, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Apr. 2024
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“Reliable.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/reliable. Accessed 19 Aug. 2024.
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reliable
adjective
re·li·able
ri-ˈlī-ə-bəl
: giving the same result on successive trials
a reliable psychological test
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