Tried
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /tɹaɪd/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Tried is an adjective meaning Tested, hence, proven to be firm or reliable.
Meaning
Tested, hence, proven to be firm or reliable.
More Meanings
- (law) Put on trial, taken before a lawcourt.
- simple past and past participle of try
Example Sentences
The boy became volubly friendly and bubbling over with unexpected humour and high spirits. He tried to persuade Cicely to stay away from the ball-room for a fourth dance. Nobody would miss them, he explained.
Synonyms for tried
Depending on context, synonyms include reliable, dependable, tested, proved, time-tested, proven.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include well-tried, time-tested, dependable, reliable, proven, proved.
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