time-tested

[ tahym-tes-tid ]

adjective

1. having proved valid, workable, or useful over a long span of time:

   a time-tested theory.

Word History and Origins

Origin of time-tested¹

First recorded in 1940–45

Example Sentences

She focused her campaign on lowering taxes and the burden of rising costs on middle class families, a time-tested message for Southern California conservatives that resonates with voters in the suburban district.

From Los Angeles Times

The US and other Western nations have grown to accept Delhi’s stand, given India’s time-tested relationship with Moscow and its reliance on Russian military equipment.

From BBC

The Diverting Tinkerbell: It’s a time-tested survival strategy that gay men like Taylor learn quickly and use generously as needed.

From New York Times

The time-tested legal maneuver has been successfully employed by the owners of the Titanic and other vessels, and requires the Fritzlers to show they were not at fault.

From Seattle Times

All it took for the crookie to take shape was a baker looking for a diversion, his time-tested croissant recipe and a few cookies for inspiration.

From New York Times

Related Words

• proved
• proven