dependability

American

[dih-pen-duh-bil-i-tee] / dɪˌpɛn dəˈbɪl ɪ ti /

Rarely dependableness

noun

the quality of being able to be relied on; trustworthiness or constancy.

How grateful he was for his partner’s calmness and steadfast dependability, carefully managing their affairs year after year.

Other Word Forms

interdependability noun
nondependability noun
undependability noun

Etymology

Origin of dependability

depend(able) ( def. ) + -ability ( def. )

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

In his 20s, he worked as a pianist in recording studios and acquired a reputation for dependability as an arranger.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 21, 2025

Balcer has grown into a clubhouse leader and showed her dependability last season.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 11, 2024

In an era where industries continuously strive for efficiency, precision, and waste reduction, these innovations not only result in significant cost savings but also boost the dependability and security of manufactured products.

From Science Daily • Dec. 5, 2023

One NBA executive who watched Jaquez work out said another quality that makes him attractive is that teams know exactly what they’re getting based on his dependability.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 15, 2023

Your father's days of dependability are now passing.

From "The Remains of the Day" by Kazuo Ishiguro

Definitions and idiom definitions from Dictionary.com Unabridged, based on the Random House Unabridged Dictionary, © Random House, Inc. 2023