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Meaning of Unreliability
The primary meaning of "unreliability" is the state of being unreliable or untrustworthy.
Etymology of Unreliability
The word "unreliability" originates from the prefix "un-" meaning not, and the word "reliability" which is derived from the Latin "re-" meaning again and "ligare" meaning to bind, and the suffix "-ity" forming a noun.
Historically, the term has been used to describe the inconsistent or untrustworthy nature of something or someone.
Synonyms
unpredictability
instability
unreliableness
untrustworthiness
undependability
unfaithfulness
disloyalty
infidelity
capriciousness
mercurialness
changeability
inconsistency
irregularity
unrepeatability
nonconformity
unconformity
unsteadiness
shakiness
precariousness
uncertainty
doubtfulness
dubiousness
questionableness
suspiciousness
fallibility
frailty
weakness
vulnerability
susceptibility
proneness
liability
tendency
inclination
proclivity
bent
disposition
temperament
nature
character
flaw
fault
failing
deficiency
inadequacy
insufficiency
shortcoming
limitation
Definitions
- The state of being unlikely to be reliable or consistent in behaviour or performance.
- * The quality of being untrustworthy or undependable.
Usage Examples
- The unreliability of the public transportation system made it difficult to get to work on time.
- * The company's unreliability in delivering products on schedule led to a loss of customers.
- * The unreliability of the witness's testimony made it difficult to convict the defendant.
Antonyms
reliability
dependability
trustworthiness
faithfulness
loyalty
consistency
stability
predictability
certainty
sureness
steadiness
firmness
solidity
soundness
validity
credibility
authenticity
genuineness
sincerity
honesty
integrity
responsibility
accountability
punctuality
regularity
conformity
uniformity