ungrounded
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ʌnˈɡraʊndɪd/
KK: /ʌnˈɡraʊndɪd/
adjective
Definition
Not based on solid reasoning or facts; lacking a firm foundation or support.
Example
His arguments seemed ungrounded and lacked evidence to back them up.
Conversation
I feel so ungrounded lately with all these changes at work.
I get that; sometimes it can be overwhelming.
Yeah, I just need to find a way to feel more stable again.
Have you thought about taking a short break to clear your mind?
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
unsettled
disconnected
unanchored
Antonyms
grounded
stable
secure
verb
Definition
To remove from a grounded state or to make not grounded.
Example
The technician ungrounded the device before making repairs.
Tense Forms
Past: ungrounded
Past Participle: ungrounded
Conversation
I felt so ungrounded after I lost my job last month.
That must have been really tough for you.
Yeah, I didn't know what to do with myself.
Root Explanation
Ungrounded → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "grounded" (from the root "ground" which comes from Old English "grund", meaning the bottom or foundation). The word "ungrounded" means not having a solid foundation or basis.
Memory Tip
Think of 'not' ('un-') having a 'foundation' ('ground') — that's why ungrounded means lacking a solid base.
Visually Confused Words
unrounded
grounded
unresounded
unwounded
unsounded
unpounded
unmounded
unfounded