Rooted

ˈruːtɪd

Meaning & Definition

verb

Past tense of root, meaning to have established roots or foundations.

The plants were rooted well in the fertile soil.

adjective

Firmly established; deeply ingrained.

Her beliefs were deeply rooted in her upbringing.

Having roots; connected to a particular place or origin.

The tradition is rooted in ancient history.

Emotionally or psychologically attached to a place or concept.

He felt rooted in the community after years of service.

The word 'rooted' comes from the Old English 'rōt', meaning 'the part of a plant that grows underground'.

rooted in tradition

Having strong ties or foundations in traditional practices.

rooted for

Support or cheer for someone.

deeply rooted

Firmly established and unlikely to change.

root

The part of a plant that anchors it to the ground.

uprooted

Taken out of the ground or removed from its original place.

rootlessness

The state of being without roots or connections.

In trouble or in a bad situation.

If you don't turn in your project, you're gonna be rooted.

Extremely tired or exhausted.

After that hike, I'm completely rooted.