Synonyms of time-tested

time-tested

adjective

as in traditional

chiefly US done or used for a long time and proved to be effective

These time-tested methods have worked for farmers for hundreds of years.

Related Words

• traditional
• ancient
• archaic
• tried-and-true
• old
• timeless
• time-honored
• age-old
• ageless
• classical
• durable
• timeworn
• hoary
• tried
• venerable
• medieval
• enduring
• antique
• antiquated
• antediluvian
• classic
• immemorial
• aging
• obsolete
• aged
• outmoded
• hallowed
• dated
• prehistoric
• out-of-date
• vintage
• old-time
• lasting
• geriatric
• fusty
• hoar
• old-world
• retro
• old-fashioned
• permanent
• mature
• archaistic
• passé
• dateless
• moldy
• long-lived
• Noachian
• primordial
• primeval

Dissimilar Words

• young
• fresh
• contemporary
• youthful
• current
• latest
• novel
• present-day
• modern
• untried
• new
• ultramodern
• vernal
• recent
• untested
• unused
• brand-new
• mod
• unworn

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of time-tested

Reliable salicylic acid gently exfoliates dead skin cells and tightens the look of pores while time-tested, calming K-beauty favorites, such as cica, mugwort, and artemisia powder—which can kill off acne-causing bacteria—help leave skin looking softer and smoother. — Sarah Felbin, Allure, 20 May 2026

That’s been time-tested and well-earned from improbable roots. — Kansas City Star, 22 Apr. 2026

The Second Stage Theater production opens tonight at Broadway’s Hayes Theatre and the premise is simple and time-tested, deceptively so. — Greg Evans, Deadline, 6 Apr. 2026

The publication also said its formula has been time-tested, challenged and approved for centuries. — Laura Daniella Sepulveda, AZCentral.com, 22 Aug. 2025