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dependable Synonyms

Another word for dependable

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Trustworthy and reliable; capable of being counted on to fulfill obligations or perform consistently.

Usage Example

"She has proven to be a reliable colleague who always meets her deadlines."

Strongest
reliable
trustworthy
Strong
steadfast
responsible
consistent
faithful
staunch
steady

Opposites of dependable

The opposite of dependable shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

undependable
unreliable
untrustworthy
irresponsible
erratic
inconsistent
flighty
fickle
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Dependable. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/dependable
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