established
Translation
established, well-known, respected, settled
Examples
She works for an established law firm.
She works for an established law firm.
It is an established fact that the earth is round.
It is an established fact that the earth is round.
Grammar Patterns
an established ((noun)) well-known and respected She works for an established law firm.
Similar Words
Synonyms: recognised, settled, proven; Antonyms: new, unknown, temporary
Etymology
From Latin 'stabilire' (to make stable). The prefix 'e-' + 'stabilire' became 'establish'. The '-ed' suffix forms the past participle/adjective.
Memory Tips
Think of something that has been 'stable' in its place for a long time, making it 'established'.