Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Definitions

rooted

[roo-tid, root-id] / ˈru tɪd, ˈrʊt ɪd /
ADJECTIVE
implanted
Synonyms


Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

See Examples For:

Orélien said in a statement released Tuesday that his writing style is rooted in the rhythms of his upbringing in Haiti.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 24, 2026

As these examples show, creating a museum exhibition is a delicate balance between handling traditional narratives rooted in popular imagination and presenting accurate representations of the past.

From Science Daily ● Sep. 23, 2026

"It will take more than a manifesto. It will take a movement, rooted in decency, fairness and community. British values. Liberal values," he said.

From BBC ● Sep. 22, 2026

She adds, “The key is not rooted in escapism. The key is rooted in being honest about what you saw, and that’s kind of the tradition that I’d want my work to live in.”

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 18, 2026

He knew he should have grabbed Koffi, should have run, but his feet were rooted to the ground.

From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray




Vocabulary.com logo
by dictionary.com

Join 14,000,000 vocabulary learners

Start learning new words today on VocabTrainer.
You'll remember them forever.

Start training