trust
noun
reliance on the integrity, strength, ability, surety, etc., of a person or thing; confidence.
well-trusted
-
a word derived from
trust.
Example Sentences
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“Satellite imagery is typically well-trusted and verifiable, but selective release can tell inaccurate stories, or just part of the story, from a very trusted medium.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 23, 2026
“She’s well-trusted in the government and by the president,” said Sofya Donets, an economist at Renaissance Capital in Moscow who worked at the central bank from 2007 to 2019.
From Seattle Times ● May 8, 2022
The vaccine department is headed up by a man called Peter Marks who is well-trusted, well-respected, regardless of political party.
From Slate ● Aug. 13, 2021
"He certainly knows the issues and is clearly well-trusted by the White House and the Treasury."
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 10, 2011
Humble in friendship, but in service proud, He gave to man whate'er his lot allowed; And, rich in love, on each well-trusted friend Spent all his wealth and still had more to spend.
From The Vagabond and Other Poems from Punch by R. C. Lehmann
