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reliability
/rɪˈlaɪəbɪli/
consistent dependability
The reliability of this car model is well-documented.
This car is known for its consistent performance and dependability.
general
The quality of being consistently dependable or trustworthy over time
Engineers prioritize reliability in critical systems.
Engineers ensure that important systems work consistently without failure.
Often used in technical, engineering, and business contexts to describe performance consistency.
Collocations
high reliabilityvery dependable performancetest reliabilityconsistency of test resultssystem reliabilityconsistent operation of a system
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Technical vs. General Use
In technical contexts, reliability often refers to statistical measures of failure rates, while in general use, it describes trustworthiness.
Gold Rule
Precision in Context
Use 'reliability' for consistent performance and 'dependability' for trustworthiness in relationships.
Word Origin
From Middle French 'reliable' (14th century), from Old French 'reliable' (13th century), from Latin 'reliabilis' (able to be relied upon), from 'reliere' (to rely).
Usage Notes
Commonly used in technical fields to describe the performance of systems, products, or processes. In everyday language, it refers to someone or something that can be consistently trusted.
Word Breakdown
re-
again
prefix-liable
able to be
suffix-ity
quality of
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