reliability

noun

re·​li·​abil·​i·​ty ri-ˌlī-ə-ˈbi-lə-tē How to pronounce reliability (audio)
1
: the quality or state of being reliable
2
: the extent to which an experiment, test, or measuring procedure yields the same results on repeated trials

Examples of reliability in a Sentence

we never had reason to question the reliability of the park rangers in the event of an emergency
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Other benefits include greater speed and reliability. Anar Mammadov, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024 From precise surgical movements to the exploration of distant planets, the Harmonic Drive's genius lies in its simplicity, reliability, and precision. New Atlas, 4 Nov. 2024 Big picture: The grid operator simply needs more power plants to maintain reliability, said Joseph Bowring, PJM's independent market monitor, said during the conference. Daniel Moore, Axios, 4 Nov. 2024 However, people across the political spectrum showed much more faith in the reliability and security of Colorado’s election system. Tina Griego, The Denver Post, 31 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for reliability 

Word History

First Known Use

1810, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of reliability was in 1810

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“Reliability.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/reliability. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

reliability

noun
re·​li·​abil·​i·​ty ri-ˌlī-ə-ˈbil-ət-ē How to pronounce reliability (audio)
plural reliabilities
: the quality or state of being reliable

Medical Definition

reliability

noun
re·​li·​abil·​i·​ty ri-ˌlī-ə-ˈbil-ət-ē How to pronounce reliability (audio)
plural reliabilities
: the extent to which an experiment, test, or measuring procedure yields the same results on repeated trials

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