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trustworthy

adj.
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈtɹəstˌwɝði// UK //tɹˈʌstwɜːði// trust·wor·thy

adj. honest and reliable, so you can depend on them. You use this to describe someone who keeps their promises and tells the truth.

adj. deserving of trust or confidence; dependable and reliable in character or performance.


SIMPLE

She is a trustworthy friend who never shares my secrets.

CONTEXTUAL

The company is looking for a trustworthy manager to handle the store's finances and daily operations.

COMPLEX

In an era of misinformation, finding a trustworthy source of news is essential for maintaining an informed and objective perspective on global events.

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Origin

From trust + -worthy.

Usage

Often follows a linking verb like 'be', 'seem', or 'appear'.

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