tried

adjective

ˈtrīd 

1

: found good, faithful, or trustworthy through experience or testing

a tried recipe

2

: subjected to trials or distress

a kind but much-tried father

Synonyms

• calculable
• dependable
• good
• reliable
• responsible
• safe
• secure
• solid
• steady
• sure
• tried-and-true
• true
• trustable
• trustworthy
• trusty

Examples of tried in a Sentence

a tried and trusted friend

a tried method for catching sport fish

Recent Examples on the Web

The tried and tested tools brands used just yesterday will likely no longer work today. —Christian Davies Fcsd, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024

Fujimori skillfully deployed the tried and true populist tactic of positioning himself as the one leader of the people. —Stephanie McNulty & Sarah Chartock / Made By History, TIME, 10 Oct. 2024

The platform sole adds a chic boost and the tried and true UGGplush wool lining simply can’t be beat. —Annie Blackman, Glamour, 1 Oct. 2024

Loading your audio article SAN FRANCISCO — If these Giants were looking for motivation with six weeks left in their improbable playoff push, the 2014 team that celebrated the 10-year anniversary of its World Series title on the field before Saturday’s game provided a tried and true formula. —Evan Webeck, The Mercury News, 10 Aug. 2024

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from past participle of trien to try, test

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing tried

• don't knock it until you've tried it
• tried-and-true
• tried his level best
• well-tried

Kids Definition

tried

1 of 2

ˈtrīd

past and past participle of try

tried

2 of 2 adjective

: found good, faithful, or trustworthy through experience or testing

a tried recipe