Trustworthy

B2 8+
Pronunciation Definitions Examples Grammatical Forms Origin and Evolution

Pronunciation: /trʌst.wɜːrði/

Definitions of trustworthy

adjective a word that describes or modifies a noun, in this case trustworthy describes someone or something that is reliable and can be trusted

Example Sentences

A1 My best friend is very trustworthy.

A2 I always buy products from trustworthy brands.

B1 It is important to have trustworthy sources of information.

B2 The company prides itself on being trustworthy and reliable.

C1 She has proven herself to be a trustworthy leader in the organization.

C2 The lawyer is known for being trustworthy and honest in all her dealings.

Examples of trustworthy in a Sentence

formal The company prides itself on being trustworthy and reliable in all business dealings.

informal I only buy products from that brand because they are known to be trustworthy.

slang I always go to Sarah for advice because she's super trustworthy.

figurative In a world full of deceit, finding someone truly trustworthy is like finding a rare gem.

Grammatical Forms of trustworthy

past tense

trusted

plural

trustworthy people

comparative

more trustworthy

superlative

most trustworthy

present tense

trustworthy

future tense

will be trustworthy

perfect tense

have been trustworthy

continuous tense

is being trustworthy

singular

trustworthy person

positive degree

trustworthy

infinitive

to be trustworthy

gerund

trusting

participle

trustworthy

Origin and Evolution of trustworthy

First Known Use: 1601 year
Language of Origin: English
Story behind the word: The word 'trustworthy' originated from the combination of 'trust' and 'worthy', with 'trust' meaning belief in the reliability, truth, ability, or strength of someone or something, and 'worthy' meaning deserving of trust or confidence.
Evolution of the word: Over time, 'trustworthy' has maintained its original meaning of being reliable, dependable, and deserving of trust. The word has become widely used in various contexts to describe individuals, organizations, products, and services that can be trusted to fulfill their promises or obligations.