trustworthy
7 synonyms and 1 antonym for trustworthy, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Reliable enough to be trusted; deserving of confidence.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use trustworthy
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a trustworthy friend
trustworthy source
considered trustworthy
Etymology
Formed from trust and -worthy.
Full origin of trustworthy →Frequently asked questions
What does “trustworthy” mean?
The word “trustworthy” means reliable enough to be trusted; deserving of confidence. In plain terms, someone or something you can rely on to be honest and dependable.
How do you pronounce “trustworthy”?
“Trustworthy” is pronounced TRUHST-wur-thee (/ˈtɹʌstˌwɜɹ.ði/ in IPA).
How do you use “trustworthy” in a sentence?
Here is “trustworthy” used in a sentence: “She's the most trustworthy person on the team — she never breaks a promise.”
What part of speech is “trustworthy”?
“Trustworthy” is an adjective.
Is “trustworthy” a common word?
“Trustworthy” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.
