unreliably
Definition
Adverb: In a manner that cannot be trusted or depended upon; not reliably.
Usage
The adverb "unreliably" describes how an action is performed with a lack of consistency, accuracy, or trustworthiness. It modifies verbs to indicate that something functions, operates, or behaves in an undependable way.
Examples
- The old car starts unreliably on cold mornings.
- The witness testified unreliably, frequently changing her story.
- Data from the malfunctioning sensor was reported unreliably.
Advanced Usage
- In Technical Contexts: Often used to describe the performance of machines, systems, or data.
- The network connection transmits packets unreliably, leading to frequent timeouts.
- Describing Human Behavior: Can characterize actions based on inconsistent judgment or commitment.
- He manages his team unreliably, often missing scheduled meetings.
Variants and Related Words
- Unreliable (Adjective): Not able to be relied upon.
- an unreliable source of information
- Reliably (Adverb): In a dependable and consistent manner. (Antonym)
- The system performs reliably under pressure.
Synonyms
- Erratically
- Inconsistently
- Undependably
- Fitfully
Antonyms
- Reliably
- Dependably
- Consistently
- Faithfully
Related Phrases
- To function unreliably: A common collocation for describing mechanical or system failure.
- After the update, the application began to function unreliably.
Adverb
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in an unfaithful undependable unreliable manner
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