grounded

adjective

ground·​ed ˈgrau̇n-dəd 

: mentally and emotionally stable : admirably sensible, realistic, and unpretentious

remains grounded despite all the praise and attention

see also ground entry 2

Examples of grounded in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Fire signs are assertive, passionate and creative; Earth signs are dependable, stubborn and grounded; Air signs are curious intellectuals with a knack for socializing, and Water signs are known to tap into universal undercurrents, navigating emotions. —Valerie Mesa, People.com, 20 Aug. 2025

Discernment, on the other hand, is clear, grounded and fair. —Wilson Luna, Forbes.com, 14 Aug. 2025

This is a home that feels grand and grounded, steeped in New England history yet refreshed for modern life. —Miriam Schwartz, Boston Herald, 14 Aug. 2025

Glass’s ability to create organic shapes and rich, speckled textures also dovetails with the kinds of grounded and organic aspects designers are seeking in spaces meant to feel cozy, relaxed, and authentic. —Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 4 Aug. 2025

Word History

Etymology

see ground entry 1

First Known Use

1958, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing grounded

• grounded in
• well-grounded

Rhymes for grounded

• bounded
• founded
• hounded
• mounded
• pounded
• rounded
• sounded
• abounded
• astounded
• compounded
• confounded
• expounded