established

adjective

es·​tab·​lished i-ˈsta-blisht 

1

: accepted and recognized or followed by many people

established rules/customs/traditions

2

a

: successful for a long period of time and widely known

an established author/artist

an established law firm

… people with Ph.D.s have been credentialed by established experts in their fields

—Louis Menand

b

: growing or flourishing successfully

an established plant

an established flower garden

3

of a church or religion : officially recognized and accepted by the government of a country

Some of the religious groups lasted, but at a price. Their dogma hardened, and they developed organizational structures that are mirror images of established churches.

—O. B. Hardison, Jr.

Examples of established in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Nevertheless, streetwear’s influence on the broader fashion industry continues as new and established brands aim to carve a niche in the market and home in on their heritage to appeal to a larger customer base. —Layla Ilchi, WWD, 13 Jan. 2025

These Are Whole Foods Market’s Top 10 Food And Beverage Trends For 2025 The 10th anniversary of the annual report is compiled from industry experience, consumer preferences, and collaborative sessions with emerging and established brands. —Chloe Sorvino, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025

There is not an established upper limit for bacopa at this time. —Alex Yampolsky, Health, 3 Jan. 2025

In addition, each month will feature a lecture from established showrunners such as Barbie Kligman (Doc), Gary Lennon (Hightown), Matt Lopez (Sheriff Country), Robert Munic (The Cleaner), Christopher Silber (NCIS: Hawaii), and Craig Sweeny (Elementary). —Denise Petski, Deadline, 3 Jan. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1540, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing established

• established church
• established order
• pre-established