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Unreliability Meaning: Definition, Examples, and Translations

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unreliability

[ˌʌnrɪˈlaɪəˈbɪlɪti ]

Definition

Context #1 | Noun

quality of being unreliable

Unreliability refers to the trait or quality of being undependable, inconsistent, or not trustworthy. It indicates a lack of reliability or predictability in a person, system, or thing.

Synonyms

inconsistency, unpredictability, untrustworthiness.

Examples of usage

  • He was fired from his job due to his unreliability in meeting deadlines.
  • The unreliability of the weather forecast led to unexpected rain during the outdoor event.

Translations

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Origin of 'unreliability'

The word 'unreliability' is derived from the adjective 'unreliable,' which first appeared in the late 18th century. The prefix 'un-' signifies 'not,' while 'reliable' comes from the Latin 're-' (again) and 'liabilis' (liable or trustworthy). Over time, 'unreliability' has become a commonly used term to describe the lack of trustworthiness or consistency in various contexts.

See also: reliability, reliable, reliably, reliance, reliant, reliantly, rely, unreliable, unreliableness, unreliably.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #23,651, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.