untrustworthy

Meanings

• adjective

  Not deserving of trust or belief; unreliable.

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Antonyms

accurate , faithful , reliable , sincere , true

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Synonyms

inaccurate , insincere , unreliable

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with untrustworthy
distrustworthy , unworthy

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Variants

List of all variants of untrustworthy that leads to same result
untrustworthier , untrustworthiest , untrustworthy

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Forms

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untrustworthiest, untrustworthily, untrustworthiness

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Etymology

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From un- + trustworthy.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'untrustworthy' was first used in English in the late 15th century.

2. In some cultures, the color red is associated with untrustworthiness, as it is often used to represent danger or warning.

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Related Concepts

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1. dishonesty: Untrustworthiness is a form of dishonesty, characterized by the failure to tell the truth or to keep promises.

2. betrayal: Untrustworthiness can lead to betrayal, which is the act of violating someone's trust.

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Culture

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In literature, the 'untrustworthy' character is often used to create suspense and uncertainty. In art, images of scales or snakes are sometimes associated with untrustworthiness.

How to Memorize "untrustworthy"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a person who constantly lies or breaks promises. Visualize the feelings of disappointment and frustration that come with dealing with such a person.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'untrustworthy' with the image of a broken clock or a pair of scales that is out of balance.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Ugly People Aren't Trustworthy' to remember the definition of untrustworthy.

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