Basic Details
Word: Trusted
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Someone or something that is reliable and can be believed or depended upon.
Synonyms: Reliable, dependable, faithful, credible
Antonyms: Unreliable, untrustworthy, doubtful
Idioms and Phrases
- Trust is earned: It means that you cannot just assume someone is trustworthy; they must prove it over time. Example: "Even though he wants to be trusted, he must remember that trust is earned."
- In trusted hands: Refers to a situation where something is handled by someone reliable. Example: "The project is in trusted hands, so I feel confident it will succeed."
Usage Examples
Example 1: Sarah is a trusted friend who always keeps her promises.
Example 2: He needed to find a trusted advisor to help him make important decisions.
Example 3: They decided to invest their money with a trusted company known for its honesty.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the word "trust" comes from the Old Norse word "traust," which means "to be strong or firm"? This reflects the solid relationship that trust builds between people.
Famous Quote
"Trust is the glue of life. It's the most essential ingredient in effective communication. It's the foundational principle that holds all relationships." Stephen R. Covey
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "trusted" mean?
a) Not reliable
b) Someone who is dependable
c) Uncertain
d) Dangerous
Answer: b) Someone who is dependable
2. Which of these is a synonym of "trusted"?
a) Unreliable
b) Faithful
c) Doubtful
d) Suspicious
Answer: b) Faithful
3. Which of the following is an antonym of "trusted"?
a) Reliable
b) Untrustworthy
c) Credible
d) Loyal
Answer: b) Untrustworthy
4. Which sentence uses "trusted" correctly?
a) She entrusted her secrets to her most trusted friend.
b) The trusted cloud flew high in the sky.
c) The lion is trusted as a gardener.
d) They played trusted at the park.
Answer: a) She entrusted her secrets to her most trusted friend.
5. What does the idiom "in trusted hands" mean?
a) Being dealt with by trustworthy people
b) Being thrown in the air
c) Overwhelmed by numbers
d) Dealing with untrustworthy people
Answer: a) Being dealt with by trustworthy people
