tried-and-true

adjective

ˈtrīd-ən(d)-ˈtrü 

: proved good, desirable, or feasible : shown or known to be worthy

a tried-and-true sales technique

Synonyms of tried-and-true

• reliable
• true
• good
• safe
• solid

Examples of tried-and-true in a Sentence

a tried-and-true friend who has always been there for me

Recent Examples on the Web

In the video, the Magnolia founder reached for one of her tried-and-true styles, a plaid flannel. — Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 6 Aug. 2026

These are my tried-and-true ways to build media relationships today and cultivate them for tomorrow. — Nancy Marshall, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026

Why Small Changes May Be the Real Solution The best advice for wellness and healthy aging tends to hinge on tried-and-true habits. — Christa Sgobba, HEALTH, 4 Aug. 2026

Kate Middleton, then, kept to her tried-and-true outfit formula. — Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 2 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1792, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for tried-and-true

• accrue
• ado
• ainu
• aircrew
• airscrew
• anew
• askew
• baboo
• babu
• bamboo
• beaucoup
• bijou

Kids Definition

tried-and-true

adjective

: known to be reliable

a tried-and-true friend

a tried-and-true remedy