reliability

American

[ri-lahy-uh-bil-i-tee] / rɪˌlaɪ əˈbɪl ɪ ti /

Sometimes reliableness

noun

the ability to be relied on or depended on, as for accuracy, honesty, or achievement.

Other Word Forms

nonreliability noun

Etymology

Origin of reliability

reliable + -ity

Example Sentences

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During this time the astronauts will conduct various checks to ensure the reliability and safety of the spacecraft -- it has never carried humans before -- before venturing further.

From Barron's

Some rail operators worry about the reliability of battery locomotives, especially in freezing temperatures.

From The Wall Street Journal

She also cast doubt on the reliability of Beth and Laura's commercial DNA test.

From BBC

These proposed changes include greater data sharing and more open discussion of alternative interpretations to improve the reliability of experimental findings.

From Science Daily

Lando Norris - 8 - Considering he could barely get a lap in some of the sessions, plagued with reliability issues and down to potentially his last battery, I'd say this was a sold recovery for Norris.

From BBC

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