Definition

The quality of not being able to be trusted or depended on.

Example

The unreliability of the service made customers unhappy.

Conversation

I can't believe I forgot my keys again; this is getting ridiculous.

Yeah, I noticed that your unreliability is becoming a pattern.

I know, right? I need to find a way to remember them better.

Maybe a key holder by the door could help with that.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unreliability → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not), "rely" (from Latin "reliāre", meaning to rely or depend), and "-ability" (meaning the quality of being). The word "unreliability" means the quality of not being able to be relied upon or depended on.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') being able to 'depend' ('rely') on something, which helps you remember that 'unreliability' means something you cannot trust.

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