Unreliably Meaning
/ˈʌnrɪˈlaɪəbli/Definition, CEFR level B2, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
advIn an unreliable manner.
Sentence Examples
The old machine worked unreliably and often broke down at work.
If a person acts unreliably, it is very hard to trust them at all.
The old car performed unreliably during the long road trip.
Synonyms & Antonyms
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The old car ran so ____ that we never knew if it would start.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The machine was performing ____, so we had to call a technician to see if it could be repaired today.
Word Origin & History
From unreliable + -ly, blending to + -ably.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The old car ran so ____ that we never knew if it would start.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The machine was performing ____, so we had to call a technician to see if it could be repaired today.