deep-rooted

adjective

deep-root·​ed ˈdēp-ˈrü-təd 

-ˈru̇-

: deeply implanted or established

a deep-rooted loyalty

Synonyms of deep-rooted

• deep
• inherent
• rooted
• entrenched

Examples of deep-rooted in a Sentence

he had had a deep-rooted fear of the dark from the time he was a small child

Recent Examples on the Web

Williamson’s ties with Arsenal are deep-rooted. — James McNicholas, New York Times, 28 Apr. 2026

The fragility of this society is also deep-rooted. — Demetrios Matheou, HollywoodReporter, 22 Nov. 2025

Strong, deep-rooted, living hundreds of years and towering skyward even as their massive limbs reach out expansively, these trees evoke awe. — Joseph Bonasia, The Orlando Sentinel, 15 May 2026

Far to the north, in the Montes de Maria region where Nawar Jimenez grew up, the terror instilled by armed groups is also deep-rooted. — Ladan Anoushfar, CNN Money, 6 Aug. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for deep-rooted

• commuted
• computed
• confuted
• diluted
• disputed
• eluted
• imputed
• minuted
• nonsuited
• permuted
• polluted
• recruited

Kids Definition

deep-rooted

adjective

deep-root·​ed

ˈdēp-ˈrüt-əd, 

-ˈru̇t-

: deeply fixed or established

a deep-rooted loyalty