English · Adjectives
reliable
/rɪˈlaɪ.ə.bl̩/
[/rɪˈlaɪ.ə.bl̩/]
dependable, trustworthy
Intermediateadjective
Definition
Able to be trusted to do what is expected.
Example
She is reliable and always finishes her work on time.
She is reliable and always finishes her work on time.
Etymology
From 'rely' (Old French 'relier', to bind) plus '-able'.
How & Where It’s Used
Praises dependable people and products.