Synonyms for Unreliable
Definition of unreliable
adjective
- liable to be erroneous or misleading; "an undependable generalization"
- not worthy of reliance or trust; "in the early 1950s computers were large and expensive and unreliable"; "an undependable assistant"
- dangerously unstable and unpredictable; "treacherous winding roads"; "an unreliable trestle"
10 synonyms found
Writing tips for "unreliable"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like dangerous, erratic, fallible can replace "unreliable" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
With 10 alternatives available, "unreliable" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.
"Unreliable" in song lyrics
See how unreliable is used in real songs:
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"Cut off the unreliable"
Edo.G (Ed O.G.) — Rock the Beat -
"The whole system is shaky and unreliable"
MC Lars f/ KRS-One — The Gospel of Hip-Hop -
"jeep commander is unreliable"
AOL — AOL