trusty
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for trusty, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Reliable and dependable, especially through long use or experience.
How to use trusty
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
The adjective sense has a slightly old-fashioned, affectionate tone, as in "trusty steed" or "trusty companion."
Etymology
From Middle English trusty, tristy, tresty, equivalent to trust + -y.
Full origin of trusty →Frequently asked questions
What does “trusty” mean?
The word “trusty” means reliable and dependable, especially through long use or experience. In plain terms, as an adjective, describes something reliable you've depended on for a long time; as a noun, it refers to a trusted prisoner.
How do you pronounce “trusty”?
“Trusty” is pronounced TRUHS-tee (/ˈtɹʌsti/ in IPA).
How do you use “trusty” in a sentence?
Here is “trusty” used in a sentence: “He grabbed his trusty old toolbox before heading out.”
What part of speech is “trusty”?
Depending on how it is used, “trusty” can be an adjective and a noun.
How many meanings does “trusty” have?
“Trusty” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: reliable and dependable, especially through long use or experience.