tried
UK: traɪd | US: traɪd
v. (past tense and past participle of try)
- To have made an effort to do or accomplish something.
- To have tested or experimented with something.
- (Law) To have examined or adjudicated in a court of law.
tried = try<attempt> + ed<past tense suffix>
- try: From Middle English trien, from Old French trier ("to sift, select, test"), possibly from Late Latin tritare ("to grind, rub"), from Latin terere ("to rub, wear out").
- ed: A common English suffix marking past tense or past participle, derived from Old English -ede, -ode, -ade.
Etymology Origin:
The word tried originates from the verb try, which entered English via Old French with meanings related to testing or sifting (e.g., selecting grain). Over time, try broadened to mean "attempt" or "endeavor." The addition of -ed follows standard English conjugation rules, forming the past tense. The evolution reflects a shift from physical testing (e.g., sifting) to abstract effort or legal examination.
She tried her best to finish the project on time.
He tried the new recipe and found it delicious.
The court tried the case fairly and delivered a just verdict.
They tried several methods before finding a solution.
I tried calling you, but your phone was off.