Reliable

/rɪˈlaɪəbl/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Consistently good in quality or performance; able to be trusted.

She has always been a reliable friend who supports me when I need it.

Used to describe something that can be depended upon to work correctly or perform its function.

This car is known for its reliable performance even in harsh weather conditions.

Describes a source of information that is trustworthy and accurate.

He cited several reliable sources in his research paper.

Late Middle English: from French 'reliable' or Latin 'reliabilis', from 'reliari' meaning to rely.

a reliable source

A source of information that is considered accurate and dependable.

reliable information

Data or details that can be trusted for validity.

reliable witness

A person whose testimony is considered credible.

rely

To depend on with full trust or confidence.

reliability

The quality of being reliable.

reliably

In a way that can be trusted or depended upon.

Solid

That new phone is solid; you can always count on it.

Rock

He's a rock in tough times; you can always rely on him.