Pronunciations
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[dɪˈpɛndəbəɫ]
Pronunciation notes
- UK
Adjective
Able, or easily able to be depended on.
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He was a very dependable person.
Noun
A reliable person or thing.
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But Datsyuk’s return rejuvenated the old dependables like Rafalski, Lidstrom and Marian Hossa, who consistently outshone Malkin and Crosby.
Adjective
worthy of reliance or trust
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a reliable source of information
a dependable worker
worthy of being depended on
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a dependable worker
an honest working stiff
More examples (3)
a reliable source of information
he was true to his word
I would be true for there are those who trust me
consistent in performance or behavior
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dependable in one's habits
a steady-going family man
financially safe
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a good investment
a secure investment