trustlessness

[Eng. trustle ; -ne .] The quality or state of being trustle ; unworthine of trust. trüst-wõr-thi-ne , subst. [Eng. trustworthy; -ne .] The quality or state of being trustworthy, or deserving of confidence. trůst-wõr-thỹ, adj . [Eng. trust , and worthy .] Deserving of trust or confidence; that may be trusted or relied on; trusty. trŭs'-ty, *trus-tie, a. [Eng. trust; -.] 1. That may be safely trusted or relied upon; justly deserving of trust or confidence; trustworthy, reliable. "Use careful watch, choose trusty sentinels." Shakesp.: Richard III., v. 3. 2. Not liable to fail a person in time of need; strong. "In which I bear my trusty sword When I do exercise." Cowper: John Gilpin. *3. Involving trust or responsibility. "Some great and trusty busine ." Shakesp.: All's Well that Ends Well , iii. 6. For the difference between trusty and faithful , see FAITHFUL.