Definitions

dependable

[dih-pen-duh-buhl] / dɪˈpɛn də bəl /

ADJECTIVE

reliable, responsible

Synonyms

STRONGEST

loyal staunch steady sturdy true trustworthy

WEAK

always there carrying the load certain come-through constant faithful good as one's word rocklike secure stable steadfast sure to be counted on tried tried-and-true trusty unfailing

Antonyms

STRONGEST

disloyal undependable unfaithful unreliable unstable untrustworthy weak wobbly

WEAK

dishonest irresponsible uncertain unsteady unsure

Example Sentences

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He is becoming dependable now and England need to keep him fit.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

While those chips are dependable, they lack the performance needed for more advanced missions.

From Science Daily • May 15, 2026

They’re dependable to the point of being forgettable.

From Salon • May 5, 2026

“A financially sound and dependable Fannie Mae is essential to the long-term health of the housing and mortgage markets.”

From Barron's • May 1, 2026

She felt like a dependable big sister who didn’t take any mess and always gave it to me straight.

From "Courage to Soar" by Simone Biles

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