Find Synonyms

unreliably Synonyms

Another word for unreliably

Choosing another word for unreliably depends on context, so the 10 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
JUMP TO:

• adverb (Context 1)

In a manner that cannot be trusted, depended upon, or expected to perform consistently.

Usage Example

"The aging commuter train ran undependably throughout the winter, causing frequent delays for passengers."

Strongest
undependably
Strong
erratically
inconsistently
unpredictably
fitfully
Weak
irresponsibly

• adverb (Context 2)

In a way that is not factually accurate, credible, or verifiable.

Usage Example

"The early historical events were inaccurately documented by chroniclers writing centuries later."

Strong
inaccurately
untrustworthily
dubiously
questionably

Opposites of unreliably

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

reliably
dependably
accurately
consistently
credibly
faithfully
authoritatively
verifiably
See all opposites of unreliably

• Nearby Words

unreliability
unreliable
unreliableness
unreliably
unrelieved
unreligious
unremarkable

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Unreliably. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/unreliably
Built for writers, students, and competitive word game players, Wordmom combines an uncluttered English dictionary and thesaurus with fast, pattern-based word finders so you can verify definitions, synonyms, and high-scoring tile plays in one place.
Word Games & Solvers
Word FinderScrabble Word FinderWords With Friends CheatWordle SolverAnagram Solver
Dictionary & Reference
DictionarySynonymsAntonymsWords
Community
Contact UsEditorial PolicyPrivacy PolicyTerms and Conditions
© 2016–2026 Wordmom Network. All rights reserved. Made with for word lovers everywhere.
Disclaimer: SCRABBLE® is a registered trademark. All intellectual property rights in and to the game are owned in the U.S.A. and Canada by Hasbro Inc., and throughout the rest of the world by J.W. Spear & Sons Limited of Maidenhead, Berkshire, England, a subsidiary of Mattel Inc. Mattel and Spear are not affiliated with Hasbro. Words With Friends® is a registered trademark of Zynga Inc. Wordle® is a registered trademark of The New York Times Company. Other referenced game titles and tournament lexicon codes (including NASPA NWL and WESPA/HarperCollins CSW) are trademarks of their respective owners. Wordmom is an independent reference utility for educational and entertainment purposes and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Hasbro, Mattel, Spear, Zynga, The New York Times Company, NASPA, WESPA, or HarperCollins Publishers. All game names are referenced strictly under nominative fair use to indicate compatibility.