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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“Manthey has been a trusted Porsche partner for many years, firmly rooted in the motorsport community and with a loyal customer base,” Porsche Chief Executive Michael Leiters said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 8, 2026
“She was a sort of villain who you related to and rooted for,” said writer Rachel Lipman, who joined the show as the first season was coming together.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 7, 2026
Researchers have long questioned whether violent behavior is rooted mainly in deep evolutionary history or is more strongly influenced by social and cultural forces.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 7, 2026
Bobby Kennedy’s work for social justice was rooted in his Catholicism.
From Salon ● Sep. 30, 2026
The spectators rooted for the people at the back of the pack just as much as they shouted for the ones that shot out in front.
From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison
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