established
established Lexical Profile
established Game Scores & Validity
• adjective
Having existed or operated for a long time and therefore generally recognized, respected, and accepted.
"The young novelist sought advice from several established authors in the literary community."
Set up on a firm or permanent basis as an accepted custom, rule, or standard.
"Researchers must follow established protocols when conducting clinical trials."
Demonstrated or proven beyond doubt to be true or valid.
"It is an established fact that regular physical exercise improves cardiovascular health."
Officially recognized and supported by the state as the national church or religion.
"The Church of England remains the established church in England."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Derived from the verb 'establish', which entered Middle English via Old French 'establiss-' from Latin 'stabilire' (to make firm or steady), from 'stabilis' (stable).