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reliably-uniform

|re-li-a-bly-u-ni-form|

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/rɪˈlaɪəbli ˈjuːnɪfɔːrm/

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/rɪˈlaɪəbli ˈjuːnɪfɔːm/

consistent dependability

Etymology
Etymology Information

'reliably-uniform' is a compound word formed from 'reliable' and 'uniform'. 'Reliable' originates from the Latin word 'reliabilis', meaning 'that may be relied on', and 'uniform' comes from the Latin 'uniformis', meaning 'having one form'.

Historical Evolution

'Reliable' evolved from the Old French 'reliable', and 'uniform' from the Old French 'uniforme', both becoming part of the English language in the late Middle Ages.

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'reliable' meant 'trustworthy', and 'uniform' meant 'one form'. Together, they convey the idea of consistent dependability.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

consistently the same in form, manner, or degree; dependable in uniformity.

The company's reliably-uniform service ensures customer satisfaction.

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Last updated: 2025/03/27 11:12