unreliably (B1)

adverb

Pronunciation: /ˌʌnrɪˈlaɪəbli/

Definition

In a way that is not steady or consistent, and therefore not to be trusted.

Examples

• The internet connection in this area is notoriously unreliably.

• He performed unreliably in the final match, making many mistakes.

• She reported the events unreliably, often changing details.

Synonyms of unreliably

Words with a similar meaning to unreliably:

• inconsistently
• erratically
• precariously
• faultily

Antonyms of unreliably

Words with the opposite meaning to unreliably:

• reliably
• consistently
• dependably

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