Relie vs. Rely — What's the Difference?
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Edited by Tayyaba Rehman — By Fiza Rafique — Published on October 12, 2023
"Relie" is an incorrect spelling. The correct spelling is "Rely," which means to depend on with full trust or confidence.
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Which is correct: Relie or Rely
How to spell Rely?
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Relie
Incorrect Spelling
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Rely
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Difference Between Relie and Rely
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Key Differences
Depend on "y" to end the word correctly.
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Oct 12, 2023
"Rely" has the word “ye” like in "yes, you can depend on it."
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"Relie" looks like "relief," but when you depend on something, you "Rely."
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Remember the word "lie" within "Rely" as trusting is sometimes a "lie."
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Think of "ally" – someone you can rely on.
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Definitions
Rely
To have confidence or trust in someone or something.
I rely on my alarm to wake me up.
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Rely
To base a decision or action on.
We rely on the data to make informed decisions.
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Rely
To lean on, especially for support or strength.
Children rely on their parents.
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Rely
To be dependent on something for support or continuation.
Plants rely on sunlight for growth.
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Rely
To place confidence; to trust with confident expectation.
You can rely on her expertise.
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Rely
To be dependent for support, help, or supply
Relies on her parents for tuition.
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Rely
To place or have faith or confidence
Relied on them to tell him the truth.
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Rely
To rest with confidence, as when fully satisfied of the veracity, integrity, or ability of persons, or of the certainty of facts or of evidence; to have confidence; to trust; to depend; - with on, formerly also with in.
Go in thy native innocence; relyOn what thou hast of virtue.
On some fond breast the parting soul relies.
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Rely
Have confidence or faith in;
We can trust in God
Rely on your friends
Bank on your good education
I swear by my grandmother's recipes
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FAQs
What is the singular form of Rely?
"Rely" as it's a verb and doesn't have a singular or plural.
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Which article is used with Rely?
Since "rely" is a verb, it typically doesn't require an article.
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Why is it called Rely?
Derived from Old French "relier" meaning "to bind together."
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Which conjunction is used with Rely?
There's no specific conjunction tied to "rely."
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Is Rely a negative or positive word?
Neutral, but can have positive connotations when trust is affirmed.
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Is the word “Rely” a Direct object or an Indirect object?
"Rely" is a verb and typically uses a direct object after the preposition "on."
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How is Rely used in a sentence?
"People rely on the weather forecast to plan their day."
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Which determiner is used with Rely?
Not applicable since "rely" is primarily a verb.
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Fiza RafiqueFiza Rafique is a skilled content editor at AskDifference.com, where she meticulously refines and enhances written pieces. Drawing from her vast editorial expertise, Fiza ensures clarity, accuracy, and precision in every article. Passionate about language, she continually seeks to elevate the quality of content for readers worldwide.
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Tayyaba RehmanTayyaba Rehman is a distinguished writer, currently serving as a primary contributor to askdifference.com. As a researcher in semantics and etymology, Tayyaba's passion for the complexity of languages and their distinctions has found a perfect home on the platform. Tayyaba delves into the intricacies of language, distinguishing between commonly confused words and phrases, thereby providing clarity for readers worldwide.