trustworthiness
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of trustworthiness
Explanation
Trustworthiness is the quality of a person or a thing that inspires reliability. If you want a pet known for its trustworthiness, choose a loyal and obedient dog. People or things can be described with the adjective trustworthy, and when you add the suffix -ness to it, you make the word into a noun describing the quality or trait of being trustworthy. A person can be known for trustworthiness in keeping promises, and a newspaper can be worthy of trust for correct reporting.
Example Sentences
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Politicians are the least trusted profession on the planet, according to a massive Ipsos “Global Trustworthiness Index” poll of 19,570 adults conducted in 28 countries.
From Washington Times • Oct. 12, 2021
In his 2002 work, Trust and Trustworthiness, political scientist Russell Hardin also shows the vital role of trust in creating and cultivating civil society in a democracy.
From Scientific American • Sep. 13, 2017
Trustworthiness is in truth the best of vestures for your temples and the most glorious crown for your heads.
From Tablets of Bahá’u’lláh Revealed after the Kitab-i-Aqdas by Bahá'u'lláh
Trustworthiness was a grand point, for reasons hinted.
From About Orchids A Chat by Boyle, Frederick
Trustworthiness is the greatest portal leading unto the tranquillity and security of the people.
From Tablets of Bahá’u’lláh Revealed after the Kitab-i-Aqdas by Bahá'u'lláh
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