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Definition of reliability noun from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

reliability

noun
 
/rɪˌlaɪəˈbɪləti/
 
/rɪˌlaɪəˈbɪləti/
[uncountable]
Word Family
  • rely verb
  • reliable adjective (≠ unreliable)
  • reliably adverb
  • reliability noun (≠ unreliability)
  • reliance noun
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  1. the quality of being able to be trusted to do what somebody wants or needs synonym dependability
    • The incident cast doubt on her motives and reliability.
  2. the quality of being likely to be correct or true
    • The reliability of these results has been questioned.
    • Lawyers sought to cast doubt on the reliability of her statements.
  3. the quality of being able to work or operate for long periods without breaking down or needing attention
    • The aircraft has an exceptional record of reliability.
  4. opposite unreliability
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