Meaning of the word tested in English

What does tested mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

tested

US /ˈtɛstɪd/
UK /ˈtɛstɪd/

Adjective

examined or tried to determine its quality, reliability, or performance

Example:
The new software has been thoroughly tested for bugs.
Only tested and approved products are sold in this store.

Past Participle

past participle of 'test'

Example:
The hypothesis was tested by conducting several experiments.
His patience was severely tested by the constant delays.