well-established

UK: ˌwel ɪˈstæblɪʃt | US: ˌwel əˈstæblɪʃt

Definition

  1. adj. 1. Firmly and securely founded or settled; having a long history of success or reliability.

  2. adj. 2. Widely recognized or accepted due to enduring presence or quality.

Structure
well <in a good manner>establish <to set up firmly>ed <past participle suffix>
Etymology

The word combines "well," from Old English wel (meaning "in a good way"), with "establish," derived from Latin stabilire (to make stable), via Old French establir. The suffix "-ed" marks it as a past participle, giving the sense of something that has been firmly set up over time. The term reflects a logical progression from the act of founding (establish) to the enduring state of being recognized or stable (well-established).

Examples

  1. The company is a well-established leader in the tech industry.

  2. This well-established tradition dates back centuries.

  3. Her reputation as a scholar is well-established.

  4. The restaurant is well-established in the local community.

  5. They followed well-established procedures to ensure safety.