dependable
Americanadjective
adjective
Other Word Forms
- dependability noun
- dependableness noun
- dependably adverb
- interdependable adjective
- nondependable adjective
- nondependableness noun
- nondependably adverb
- predependable adjective
- undependable adjective
- undependableness noun
- undependably adverb
Etymology
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Example Sentences
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This makes polarization a dependable channel for storing additional information.
From Science Daily
Rivers, 27, has been a dependable backup and special teams contributor during his four seasons with the Rams.
From Los Angeles Times
However, making quantum communication practical requires small, dependable devices that can accurately read delicate quantum signals carried by light.
From Science Daily
Independent evaluations consistently show strong performance across server types, making it a dependable choice for users who prioritize speed and privacy.
From Salon
Over the show’s seven-season run, Brendon became a central figure, portraying the witty, insecure but dependable “everyman” in the gang’s battles against the forces of darkness.
From Los Angeles Times
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