ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Trusty

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˈtɹʌsti/ · Part of speech adjective

Quick meaning: Trusty is an adjective meaning Reliable or trustworthy.

Meaning

Reliable or trustworthy.

More Meanings

  1. A trusted person, especially a prisoner who has been granted special privileges.

Example Sentences

She's been using the same trusty sewing machine since she started out, thirty long years ago.
We usta have a rule that if a trusty shot an escaping convict, then the trusty would go free.
The cell block is clean and doesn't smell of disinfectant. The trusties do all the work. The supply of trusties is always ample.

Word Forms

Synonyms for trusty

Depending on context, synonyms include runner, reliable, authentic, sure, dependable, honest.

Antonyms for trusty

Common opposites include untrustworthy.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include trusted, trustworthy, reliable, dependable, honest, authentic.

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