trustworthy
adjective
Simple meaning
Deserving of trust.
Pronunciation
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IPA pronunciation (US)
ˈtɹʌstwɚði
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Definition
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adjective
Deserving of trust, reliable.
Word at a Glance
- Difficulty
- C1 · Advanced
- Frequency
- Uncommon
- Typical Use
- Neutral / general English
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Close in meaning, but not always interchangeable.
Reliable; worthy of trust.
Able to be trusted; reliable; trustworthy.
Reliable or trustworthy.
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The trait of deserving trust and confidence.
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Synonyms
Sense: deserving of trust or reliable
Antonyms
Sense: deserving of trust or reliable
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