vetted

adjective

vet·​ted ˈve-təd 

: having been subjected to evaluation or appraisal : critically reviewed and evaluated for official approval or acceptance

… a central hub for victims, providing legal resources, a vetted list of lawyers … and how-to guides for petitioning lawmakers.

—Ryan Broderick

Internet users don't hate the media. … People want the vetted information the news media offer …

—James Poniewozik

… a carefully curated electronic eco-system that allows you to interact only with vetted software or Web sites.

—John Pavlus

see also vet entry 3

Examples of vetted in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

With offerings from vetted design brands like Gubi, Fritz Hansen, Blu Dot, and Kartell, 2Modern is the source for those who like to collect iconic pieces (without the antique seller upcharge). —Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 27 Aug. 2025

Without vetted sources, Mark said children could not only be given inaccurate information, but harmful misinformation. —Mars King, Twin Cities, 24 Aug. 2025

Instead, book transportation in advance through reputable companies offering vetted services. —Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 22 Aug. 2025

Instead of picking their own stocks, users can select vetted traders, hedge-fund veterans, and other experienced investors to follow. —Nino Paoli, Fortune, 15 Aug. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1924, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for vetted

• fetid
• fretted
• jetted
• netted
• petted
• sweated
• wetted
• whetted
• abetted
• brevetted
• gazetted
• indebted