grounded

adjective

ground·​ed ˈgrau̇n-dəd How to pronounce grounded (audio)
: mentally and emotionally stable : admirably sensible, realistic, and unpretentious
remains grounded despite all the praise and attention
see also ground entry 2

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Here, after this journey, his voice is lower and more grounded. Leah Lu, Rolling Stone, 7 Apr. 2025 That's because this is the world of Daredevil, which needs to stay more grounded in reality than the rest of Marvel Studios's offerings. William Lambers, Newsweek, 7 Mar. 2025 Traditional trainers use foams that are firmer and more supportive or are soft but not as bouncy—usually EVA or an EVA blend—delivering a more grounded, rolling ride. Jonathan Beverly, Outside Online, 21 Mar. 2025 For example, during previous economic downturns, leaders who maintained consistent routines—such as daily planning sessions or team check-ins—reported feeling more grounded and capable of making sound decisions under pressure. Margie Warrell, Forbes, 12 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for grounded

Word History

Etymology

see ground entry 1

First Known Use

1958, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of grounded was in 1958

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“Grounded.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/grounded. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.

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