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untrustworthy

Adjective

This term carries a strong negative judgment, often implying a character flaw or a systemic failure. When applied to people, it suggests a pattern of deceit or a lack of integrity that makes them dangerous to rely upon in a professional or personal capacity. When applied to objects or systems, the word shifts from a moral judgment to a technical one. It describes a state of instability or fragility where the risk of failure is unacceptably high, such as a decaying structure or a glitchy piece of software.

Meanings

Adjective

Not able to be relied on as being honest or truthful.

"He was proven to be an untrustworthy witness during the trial."

Adjective

Not reliable or dependable in performance or quality.

"The old bridge was deemed untrustworthy and was closed to traffic."

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