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A trustworthy friend keeps promises.
What does Trustworthy mean?
able to be trusted.
Dictionary definition
Trustworthy describes a person, source, or thing that deserves trust because it is honest, reliable, and dependable.
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Trustworthy in a sentence
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Use trustworthy sources when researching online.
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Trustworthy information can be checked with evidence and comes from reliable sources.
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What does trustworthy mean?
Trustworthy means deserving trust because of honesty and reliability.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to trustworthy?
Reliable is close in meaning to trustworthy in this dictionary entry.
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Which word is an antonym of trustworthy?
Untrustworthy contrasts with trustworthy in this dictionary entry.
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WordTrustworthy.
Partadjective.
MeaningTrustworthy means able to be trusted.
ExampleExample: A trustworthy friend keeps promises.
Word breakdown
3 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- trust · wur · thee
- Strongest beat
- trust
- Ending
- thee
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on trust.
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Synonyms
Words like Trustworthy
reliableAble to be counted on.
honestTruthful and fair.
dependableLikely to do what is promised or expected.
Antonyms
Opposite words
untrustworthyNot deserving trust.
dishonestNot truthful or fair.
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Word family
Trustworthy word family
Base word
trustworthy
adjective
trustworthy
Able to be trusted.
noun
trustworthiness
The quality of being trustworthy.
noun
trust
Confidence in reliability or honesty.
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Hint for students
able to be trusted.
Common mix-up
Trustworthy is not the same as untrustworthy. Trustworthy means able to be trusted.
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