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Definition of dependableness

dependableness

/dɪˈpɛn.də.bəl.nəs/
de · pend · a · ble · ness
Adverb:dependably
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Adjective:dependable
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dependableness Lexical Profile

dependableness Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

The quality of being trustworthy, reliable, and able to be counted on.

Example

"The manager praised the technician's quiet dependableness during the busiest weeks of the year."

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Word Nuance & Usage

While "dependableness" is a grammatically valid derivative, "dependability" is overwhelmingly preferred in modern English.

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• Nearby Words

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Dependableness. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/dependableness
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