TIME-HONORED Synonyms: 71 Similar and Opposite Words

time-honored

adjective

Definition of time-honored

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existing and respected for a long time time-honored traditions

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Recent Examples of time-honored The place has a deep soul, and everything there is unique and time-honored. — Lisa Boone, Los Angeles Times, 9 Oct. 2026 In addition, the measure would have significant negative economic impact on the Northern Colorado region, potentially diminish cherished and time-honored campus traditions, and erode the public safety infrastructure the campus has put in place to support students and the broader community. — Dillon Thomas, CBS News, 10 Feb. 2026 Within the grand, great adventure that is Lonesome Dove, all manner of time-honored, stock Westerners roam. — Miles Beller, HollywoodReporter, 4 Feb. 2026 During production at Malvern Manor, every encounter was captured live using a blend of modern and time-honored ghost-hunting methods—alongside various divination techniques. — Jennifer Maas, Variety, 28 Oct. 2025 In short, film fans can look forward to a rich assortment of new and time-honored cinematic stories this fall. — Randy Myers, Mercury News, 4 Sep. 2025 Also, while the filtration process is inventive, the ingredients and traditional harvesting and fermentation methods are time-honored. — Bryce Jones, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Feb. 2025 From next-gen tech and time-honored tools to display-worthy indulgences designed to set all of the senses at ease, here are 27 of the best wellness gifts that will guarantee those on your list start the New Year off on a healthy, happy note. — Zoe Ruffner, Vogue, 13 Oct. 2024

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But first, the premiere settles the audience into a tried and true cop drama with power struggles over jurisdiction, a local militia led by a man with his own agenda, and a suspect who literally blows the case wide open.

— Sabrina Reed, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026
Short films are a tried and true launching pad for horror directors.

— Lexi Carson, HollywoodReporter, 14 July 2026

Definition of tried

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With Maná, the tribal resort-casino not only gets a tried-and-true legacy act, but also one that is capable of drawing a multigenerational fan base.

— Andrea Flores, Los Angeles Times, 20 Oct. 2026
From directional new silhouettes to stylish reimaginings of tried-and-true classics, spring 2027’s biggest sneaker trends can already fit into your shoe rotation.

— Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 20 Oct. 2026

Definition of tried-and-true

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Earlier this month, Mastercard and BVNK launched Global Money Platform, designed to help banks, fintechs and businesses manage payments involving traditional currencies and stablecoins through a single application programming interface.

— Jenny Lee, CNBC, 27 Oct. 2026
But Rodrigues believes technology can augment traditional teaching methods by examining how a student solves an algebra problem or structures a piece of writing and identifying learning gaps.

— Dalia Faheid, CNN Money, 26 Oct. 2026

Definition of traditional

Adjective

The rooms The hotel’s 101 rooms and 15 suites follow the same philosophy of balancing past and present and celebrate Milan’s art, culture, and design, by combining timeless aesthetics with contemporary nods.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Oct. 2026
The three-day event brings together Polo’s top vintage collectors from around the world, leading cultural voices, consumers and fans of the brand to celebrate its timeless style and passionate communities.

— Kelly Wetherille, Footwear News, 22 Oct. 2026

Definition of timeless

Adjective

True minimalism is avant-garde, exciting, and even, at times, a radical new answer to an age-old question—something that Simone Bellotti understands at Jil Sander very well.

— Vogue, Vogue, 8 Oct. 2026
However, the boom of interest in age-old forms of heat therapy like sauna may be a natural entry point for many.

— Will Stone, NPR, 5 Oct. 2026

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