reliability
|re/li/a/bil/i/ty|
B2
/rɪˌlaɪəˈbɪləti/
(reliable)
trustworthiness
Etymology
Etymology Information
'reliability' originates from the word 'reliable', which comes from the French word 'reliable', where 're-' meant 'again' and 'liable' meant 'bound or obliged'.
Historical Evolution
'reliable' changed from the French word 'reliable' and eventually became the modern English word 'reliable'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'able to be relied upon', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the quality of being trustworthy or performing consistently well.
The reliability of the new software is impressive.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35