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trusted Synonyms
Another word for trusted
Choosing another word for trusted depends on context, so the 19 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• adjective (Context 1)
Regarded as honest, reliable, or dependable; held in firm confidence.
Usage Example
"She sought advice from her most trustworthy colleague before making the final decision."
Strongest
trustworthy
reliable
dependable
Strong
faithful
loyal
tried-and-true
staunch
steadfast
proven
honest
• adjective (Context 2)
In computing and security, authenticated or verified as safe, legitimate, and authorized to access a system or network.
Usage Example
"Only download software updates from a verified source to protect your computer from malware."
Strongest
verified
authenticated
certified
Strong
authorized
legitimate
secure
safe
validated
whitelisted
Opposites of trusted
The opposite of trusted shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:
untrusted
mistrusted
distrusted
unverified
untrustworthy
unauthorized
unreliable
unauthenticated
Cite this Entry
Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Trusted. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/trusted