dependability

American  

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

Rarely dependableness

noun

1. 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.

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Other Word Forms

• interdependability noun
• nondependability noun
• undependability noun

Etymology

Origin of dependability

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

Example Sentences

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

“His versatility and dependability were also signature parts of his career. Through that, he continued to serve as inspiration for many other players, defining what it meant to be a great teammate, competitor and winner.”

From Seattle Times

This dependability is crucial for the US, which is being eclipsed by Russia and China, particularly in parts of West Africa, where Western forces have been forced to drastically draw down their presence.

From BBC

On the field, Erskine was known for his strong overhand curveball and his dependability as a starting pitcher in 12 seasons with the Dodgers, in Brooklyn and Los Angeles.

From Los Angeles Times

President Joe Biden branded Trump’s remarks “dangerous” and “un-American,” seizing on the former president’s comments as they fuel doubt among U.S. partners about its future dependability on the global stage.

From Seattle Times

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