Unfounded

/ʌnˈfaʊndɪd/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Not based on fact or reality; without foundation; groundless.

The claims made by the whistleblower were unfounded and lacked any credible evidence.

Having no basis in fact or truth.

Her fears about losing her job were completely unfounded.

Unjustified or baseless.

The newspaper issued a retraction after realizing their report was unfounded.

Not substantiated or supported.

The accusations against the politician turned out to be unfounded.

From 'un-' meaning 'not' + 'founded', past participle of 'found' meaning to establish or to base.

unfounded fears

Fears that have no basis in reality.

unfounded claims

Claims that are not supported by evidence.

unfounded allegations

Allegations that lack verifiable proof.

found

To establish or base something on.

foundation

The basis or groundwork of something.

Totally made up.

That story is just unfounded gossip.

Without proof.

His accusations were just unfounded hot air.