Groundless

/ˈɡraʊnd.ləs/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Without any basis in fact; unfounded or baseless.

The accusations against him were completely groundless, with no evidence to support them.

Not supported by reason or evidence; not justified.

Her fears about losing her job were groundless, as the company was thriving.

Without foundation; lacking any tangible or substantial reason.

He dismissed the rumors as groundless, pointing out that they originated from unreliable sources.

Unjustified; lacking a rational basis.

The groundless claims made by the competitor did nothing but tarnish their own reputation.

From the combination of 'ground' meaning 'basis' and 'less' meaning 'without'.

groundless claims

Claims made without evidence or justification.

groundless fears

Fears that are not based on reality.

groundless accusations

Accusations without proof or basis.

foundation

The basis or groundwork of something.

validate

To confirm or support the truth or legitimacy of something.

substantiate

To provide evidence to support or prove the truth of something.

Totally bogus

Those allegations are totally bogus; they're groundless.

Made-up nonsense

Don't listen to her, that's just made-up nonsense and groundless.