Definition

Describing something that is fixed in one place and cannot be moved, often used to refer to trees or plants that have their roots in the ground.

Example

The old tree was deeply rooted in the soil, making it resistant to strong winds.

Conversation

Do you ever feel like your plans are just rooted in the past?

Totally! It’s hard to move forward sometimes.

Yeah, I think some of my habits are really rooted in my childhood.

Same here! It takes a lot of effort to change those patterns.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Rooted → It is formed from "root" (from Old English "wēod", meaning the part of a plant that attaches it to the ground) and "-ed" (a suffix used to form the past tense or to indicate a state). The word "rooted" means to be firmly established or fixed in place, like a plant's roots in the soil.

Memory Tip

Think of a plant's 'root' that keeps it firmly in the ground — that's why 'rooted' means being firmly established.

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