English adjective: dependable | |||
1. | dependable worthy of reliance or trust | ||
Samples | A reliable source of information. A dependable worker. | ||
Synonyms | reliable | ||
Similar | certain, sure, tested, time-tested, tried, tried and true, undeviating | ||
See also | trustworthy, trusty | ||
Antonyms | undependable, unreliable | ||
2. | dependable worthy of being depended on | ||
Samples | A dependable worker. An honest working stiff. A reliable sourcSFLe of information. He was true to his word. I would be true for there are those who trust me. | ||
Synonyms | honest, reliable, true | ||
Similar | trustworthy, trusty | ||
Antonyms | untrustworthy, untrusty | ||
3. | dependable consistent in performance or behavior | ||
Samples | Dependable in one's habits. A steady-going family man. | ||
Synonyms | rock-steady, steady-going | ||
Similar | steady | ||
Antonyms | unsteady | ||
4. | dependable financially sound | ||
Samples | A good investment. A secure investment. | ||
Synonyms | good, safe, secure | ||
Similar | sound | ||
Antonyms | unsound | ||