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Definition of trusted

trusted

/ˈtrʌs.tɪd/
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trusted Lexical Profile

trusted Game Scores & Validity

• adjective

1

Regarded as honest, reliable, or dependable; held in firm confidence.

Example

"She sought advice from her most trusted colleague before making the final decision."

2

In computing and security, authenticated or verified as safe, legitimate, and authorized to access a system or network.

Example

"Only download software updates from a trusted source to protect your computer from malware."

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• Rhymes for trusted

• Nearby Words

truss
trust
trustable
trusted
trustee
trusteeship
truster

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed as the past participial adjective of 'trust', which entered Middle English around 1200 from Old Norse 'traust' (meaning confidence, help, or protection), ultimately tracing back to the Proto-Germanic root '*traustam' (firm, solid, or steadfast).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Trusted. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/trusted
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