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

The Yumiori Off Peak Full-zip Jacket from The North Face is a standout for its cool colorblock look and, of course, the tried-and-true functionality of its fully recycled fleece material. — Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 10 July 2026

Luckily, there is a tried-and-true path in – targeting the enterprise first. — Cortney Harding, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026

Popular with our readers since the 1940s, this tried-and-true hamburger recipe idea is perfect for potlucks or a family dinner. — Sheena Chihak, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 July 2026

The milestone anniversary has led to a ton of new specials celebrating America’s 250th, but none of them will ever compare to the tried-and-true Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular. — Jason Pham, StyleCaster, 3 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