deep-rooted

[deep-roo-tid, -root-id]

adjective

1. deeply rooted; firmly implanted or established.

   a deep-rooted patriotism; deep-rooted suspicions.

deep-rooted

adjective

1. (of ideas, beliefs, prejudices, etc) firmly fixed, implanted, or held; ingrained

Other Word Forms

• deeprootedness noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of deep-rooted¹

First recorded in 1660–70

Example Sentences

"The government must resolve deep-rooted problems," he said.

From BBC

As Presbyterian ceremonies gave way to the Gabrielenos’, an emotional Tajima couldn’t help but feel the tribe’s deep-rooted connection to the land rekindling in real time.

From Los Angeles Times

Alexander said public ownership would tackle "deep-rooted problems" experienced on the railway.

From BBC

It is not uncommon for people to use "guanxi" to help their children find jobs, she says, but what bothers her is the "deep-rooted unfairness".

From BBC

"This move will not solve the deep-rooted issues in Great Britain's electricity market, and it must not be used as an excuse to continue business as usual," she added.

From BBC

Related Words

• endemic 
• ingrained