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Distrustworthiness: meaning, definitions and examples

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distrustworthiness

 

[ dɪsˈtrʌstˌwɜːrðɪnəs ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

in interpersonal relationships

The quality of being untrustworthy or unreliable, often leading to suspicion and doubt in others.

Synonyms

doubtfulness, unreliability, untrustworthiness.

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Word Description / Examples
distrustworthiness

Distrustworthiness describes someone or something that people generally cannot trust. Use this word when discussing a general sense of lack of trust.

  • Her distrustworthiness made it hard for coworkers to rely on her.
  • The distrustworthiness of his statements caused a lot of problems.
untrustworthiness

Untrustworthiness describes a person or thing that should not be trusted, often due to past dishonesty or failure. It is used in many contexts where trust is a key factor.

  • Her history of deceit explains her untrustworthiness.
  • The untrustworthiness of their information was obvious.
unreliability

Unreliability describes someone or something that cannot be depended on. Use this word when reliability is specifically the issue.

  • The unreliability of the train service caused many delays.
  • His unreliability as a witness weakened the case.
doubtfulness

Doubtfulness refers to a feeling of uncertainty about someone or something. It is often used when someone is hesitant or skeptical.

  • There was a tone of doubtfulness in her voice.
  • His doubtfulness about the plan made everyone reconsider.

Examples of usage

  • He was fired due to his distrustworthiness in handling confidential information.
  • The distrustworthiness of the politician made it difficult for the public to believe his promises.

Translations

Translations of the word "distrustworthiness" in other languages:

🇵🇹 desconfiabilidade

🇮🇳 अविश्वसनीयता

🇩🇪 Unglaubwürdigkeit

🇮🇩 ketidakpercayaan

🇺🇦 недовіра

🇵🇱 niewiarygodność

🇯🇵 信頼性の欠如

🇫🇷 manque de confiance

🇪🇸 falta de confianza

🇹🇷 güvenilmezlik

🇰🇷 불신

🇸🇦 عدم الثقة

🇨🇿 nedůvěryhodnost

🇸🇰 nedôveryhodnosť

🇨🇳 不可信赖

🇸🇮 nezanesljivost

🇮🇸 vantraust

🇰🇿 сенімсіздік

🇬🇪 ნდობის ნაკლებობა

🇦🇿 etibarsızlıq

🇲🇽 falta de confianza

Etymology

The word 'distrustworthiness' is a combination of 'distrust' and 'worthiness'. It originated in the late 19th century as a term to describe the lack of trustworthiness in a person or situation. The concept of distrustworthiness has been a common theme in literature and psychology, highlighting the importance of trust in relationships and society.

See also: distrustfully, distrustfulness.