Meaning & Definition of Tried in English

Detailed Definitions

• Definition: To have made an attempt or effort.

  Example Sentence: He tried to solve the puzzle.

• Definition: To put something to the test.

  Example Sentence: She tried the new recipe last night.

• Definition: To experience or endure something.

  Example Sentence: They have tried many hardships on their journey.

Etymology

Origin: From Middle English trien, from Old English tryenan.

Synonyms

Common Phrases and Expressions

• tried and true: Proven to be reliable or trustworthy.
• tried one's best: Made the best possible effort.
• do or die: A phrase indicating a final attempt with high stakes.

Translations

• Spanish: intentado

• French: essayé

• German: versucht

• Russian: пытался

Related Words

• try: To make an attempt or effort.

• trial: A test of the performance, qualities, or suitability of someone or something.

Slang Meanings of tried

• Meaning: Tried and tested

  Example Sentence: This method is tried and tested—lots of people have used it successfully.

• Meaning: Tried out

  Example Sentence: I just tried out my new skateboard.