established

Definition

  • adjective: accepted and used by many people
  • often used in British English to refer to the Church of England
see also: establish

Examples

  • He challenged the 'established order'. [=the way things are usually done in society, in an organization, etc.]

  • Research has 'established' [='demonstrated, shown'] that he played an important role in the negotiations.

  • You need to follow 'established' [='standard'] procedures/practices.

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