well-established

American  

[wel-i-stab-lisht] / ˈwɛl ɪˈstæb lɪʃt /

adjective

1. permanently founded; settled; firmly set.

   a well-established business; a well-established habit.

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well-established British  

adjective

1. having permanence or security in a certain place, condition, job, etc

   a well-established brand

2. well-known or validated

   a well-established fact

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Etymology

Origin of well-established

First recorded in 1700–10

Example Sentences

European officials say their countries continue to adhere to well-established agreements over how U.S. bases on their soil can be used, despite Trump’s criticisms.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026

The study highlights the growing interest in drug repositioning, which involves finding new uses for existing, well-established compounds.

From Science Daily • May 4, 2026

Paclitaxel is a well-established, frontline standard of care for several cancers.

From Barron's • Apr. 27, 2026

Approaching his record-tying 19th postseason appearance, James has reason to believe in his well-established routine.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 2026

The first argues that before Columbus discovered America in 1492 there was no clear-cut and well-established idea of discovery; the idea of discovery is, as will become apparent, a precondition for the invention of science.

From "The Invention of Science" by David Wootton

Related Words

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