rooted
Americanadjective
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having roots
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deeply felt
rooted objections
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slang tired or defeated
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taboo an exclamation of contemptuous anger or annoyance, esp against another person
Other Word Forms
Etymology
Origin of rooted
First recorded in 1350–1400; Middle English roted; see root 1, -ed 2, -ed 3
Example Sentences
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“We have made some decisions around quality that were rooted in efficiency and cost savings. We have let our value equation erode.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 25, 2026
“Iconic franchises and cultural institutions rooted in tradition, identity, and shared experience.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 21, 2026
Either you rallied behind Chud or you rooted for his demise; either way, he got paid.
From Slate ● Aug. 20, 2026
In some cases, those experiences can contribute to a fear of failure rooted in the belief that mistakes make a person less worthy in the eyes of others.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 18, 2026
This bond is rooted within the inseparable relationship between lyrics and music that has existed for thousands of years.
From "Music and the Child" by Natalie Sarrazin
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