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

Free from unnecessary frills, the tried-and-true pairing is effortless, understated, and always put together. — Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 20 July 2026

To find out exactly how to keep swimwear looking its best, experts from resort wear designers to brand founders shared their tried-and-true advice. — Gabi De La Rosa, Southern Living, 20 July 2026

Keep scrolling to check out even more of my tried-and-true holy grails while prices start at $8. — Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 17 July 2026

Throughout her decades-long career, the actor has mastered the art of making timeless pieces feel new again, whether that means digging through the archives or turning to tried-and-true items. — Daisy Maldonado, InStyle, 14 July 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