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reliable method

[rɪˈlaɪəbəl ˈmeθəd]
noun phrasepl: reliable methods / métodos confiáveis
método confiável
1. A procedure or technique that consistently produces accurate, dependable, and predictable results
This reliable method has been tested and proven effective in numerous studies.
Este método confiável foi testado e comprovado eficaz em numerosos estudos.
2. A trustworthy approach or process that can be counted on to work properly
We adopted a reliable method for quality control in our manufacturing process.
Adotamos um método confiável para controle de qualidade em nosso processo de fabricação.
Synonyms
trustworthy methoddependable methodproven methodeffective methodsound method
Antonyms
unreliable methodquestionable methodunproven methodfaulty methodineffective method

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
método confiável
Standard usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
método confiável
Common usage, no significant regional variation
São Paulo
método confiável
Common usage, no significant regional variation
Portugal
método fiável
Portuguese prefer 'fiável' over 'confiável'

Related Idioms & Phrases

tried and tested method
a method that works
methods that hold water
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