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 of tried

• reliable
• responsible
• good
• true
• safe
• steady
• sure

Examples of tried in a Sentence

a tried and trusted friend

a tried method for catching sport fish

Recent Examples on the Web

As for the tried and true pastels that come around each spring? —Michelle Lee, PEOPLE, 3 Apr. 2026

The tried and true methods still work For some people, the methods used by past generations are sufficient. —Bestreviews, Mercury News, 10 Mar. 2026

Here are several tried and true ways to lower soil pH in organic gardens. —Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Mar. 2026

While places like the Blue Lagoon and Mývatn Nature Baths are well-known, these are a selection of some of my tried and true favorites to add to your list. —Lauren Breedlove, Outside, 3 Mar. 2026

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

Rhymes for tried

• bide
• bride
• chide
• cried
• died
• dried
• dyed
• eid
• eide
• eyed
• flied
• fried

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