Synonyms

dependability

American

[dih-pen-duh-bil-i-tee] / dɪˌpɛn dəˈbɪl ɪ ti /

Rarely dependableness

noun

the quality of being able to be relied on; trustworthiness or constancy.

How grateful he was for his partner’s calmness and steadfast dependability, carefully managing their affairs year after year.

Other Word Forms

Etymology

Origin of dependability

depend(able) ( def. ) + -ability ( def. )

Example Sentences

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“With LTL, shippers get cost-effective freight shipping while still benefiting from the real-time tracking and dependability they expect from Amazon.”

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

In his 20s, he worked as a pianist in recording studios and acquired a reputation for dependability as an arranger.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 21, 2025

"Sharif's supporters will hope his narrative of stability, experience, and dependability will get him votes- and also make the army comfortable with him, or at least comfortable with his party," says Mr Kugelman.

From BBC • Feb. 1, 2024

Balcer has grown into a clubhouse leader and showed her dependability last season.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 11, 2024

Other manufacturers had largely steered clear of the machines because, in addition to questions about the machinery’s dependability, it was felt that the public wouldn't accept machine-rolled cigarettes.

From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson

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