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

While a baby shower is the tried and true way to stock up on diapers, clothes, and all the other essentials while throwing a big bash for friends and family, more moms are opting for a less traditional—and more low key—celebration: a nesting party. —Lauryn Higgins, Parents, 17 Oct. 2024

The concept of double-oaked whiskey is a tried and true one, with popular expressions available from distilleries like Woodford Reserve, Peerless, and 2XO. —Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 6 Oct. 2024

Stacks are a popular way to double down Another tried and true strategy is to stack your QB with one of their weapons to shove all in and double the fun. —Dane Martinez, The Athletic, 6 Aug. 2024

The 10 Best White Paint Colors That Experts Swear By 01 of 13 Alabaster by Sherwin-Williams Alabaster is a tried and true Sherwin-Williams classic that's one of the most popular off-white paint colors on the market. —Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Oct. 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