as in deep
firmly established over time
a popular, rooted misconception that has proved very resistant to correction
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as in embedded
to set solidly in or as if in surrounding matter
rooted the post securely in the dirt
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Recent Examples of rooted
Tere Aguilera, Billboard, 30 Jan. 2026
Founded in Texas and headquartered in San Antonio, Whataburger now operates more than 1,100 locations across 17 states, though its strongest fan base remains firmly rooted in the Lone Star State.
—Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 30 Jan. 2026
The National Museum of Mexican Art feels deeply rooted in its Pilsen neighborhood location, a historically Latino and Mexican American area of the city.
—Karthika Gupta, Travel + Leisure, 30 Jan. 2026
The video segments and special effects always played to the lyrics, strengthening storylines with images that moved between fantastical and rooted in reality.
—Jim Harrington, Mercury News, 25 Jan. 2026
The backstory The young local couple behind this place, Stefan Hinteregger and Teresa Unterthiner, wanted to create a destination that was supremely rooted in their native region.
—Grainne McBride, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Jan. 2026
Their music, however, is firmly rooted in the golden age of American ‘90s R&B and hip-hop.
—Christine Terrisse, Los Angeles Times, 22 Jan. 2026
The Golden Arches brought mainstream recognition, but their presence had gradually softened, making room for a brand that feels more rooted in NASCAR’s past, and perhaps more comfortable leaning into it.
—Greg Engle, Forbes.com, 21 Jan. 2026
Over the past year, Georgia and Marley's sisterhood has turned into a deep rooted friendship.
—Kayla Grant, PEOPLE, 20 Jan. 2026
Mark Ellwood, Robb Report, 31 Jan. 2026
Kelly firmly rooted himself in the community.
—Cheyenne Roundtree, Rolling Stone, 31 Jan. 2026
Semi-hardwood growth is less reliable and takes longer but these types of cuttings can be rooted.
—Barbara Gillette, The Spruce, 31 Jan. 2026
Excitement rooted either in the seller’s personality or used as a sales tactic is less effective.
—Larry D. Urish, Oc Register, 30 Jan. 2026
The slogan’s real meaning, therefore, is rooted firmly in the greengrocer’s existence.
—Ezra Klein, Mercury News, 28 Jan. 2026
But his rise was rooted firmly in his nation’s history.
—Sean Williams, Harpers Magazine, 27 Jan. 2026
To Reed and other political professionals, the answer seemed rooted, in part, in Obama’s willingness to ignore conventional wisdom about how campaigns ought to be run.
—Charles Duhigg, New Yorker, 26 Jan. 2026
McDaniel’s run game is rooted more in zone concepts, particularly outside zone.
—Daniel Popper, New York Times, 26 Jan. 2026
Adjective
Steering far from their signature sounds rooted in corridos and reggaetón, the Mexicali and Medellín artists shift between smooth vocal interplay, crafting a tale of complex love — where beauty is both celebrated and scrutinized.
—Tere Aguilera, Billboard, 30 Jan. 2026
Founded in Texas and headquartered in San Antonio, Whataburger now operates more than 1,100 locations across 17 states, though its strongest fan base remains firmly rooted in the Lone Star State.
—Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 30 Jan. 2026
The National Museum of Mexican Art feels deeply rooted in its Pilsen neighborhood location, a historically Latino and Mexican American area of the city.
—Karthika Gupta, Travel + Leisure, 30 Jan. 2026
The video segments and special effects always played to the lyrics, strengthening storylines with images that moved between fantastical and rooted in reality.
—Jim Harrington, Mercury News, 25 Jan. 2026
The backstory The young local couple behind this place, Stefan Hinteregger and Teresa Unterthiner, wanted to create a destination that was supremely rooted in their native region.
—Grainne McBride, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Jan. 2026
Their music, however, is firmly rooted in the golden age of American ‘90s R&B and hip-hop.
—Christine Terrisse, Los Angeles Times, 22 Jan. 2026
The Golden Arches brought mainstream recognition, but their presence had gradually softened, making room for a brand that feels more rooted in NASCAR’s past, and perhaps more comfortable leaning into it.
—Greg Engle, Forbes.com, 21 Jan. 2026
Over the past year, Georgia and Marley's sisterhood has turned into a deep rooted friendship.
—Kayla Grant, PEOPLE, 20 Jan. 2026
Verb
The experience isn’t rooted solely in the past.
—Mark Ellwood, Robb Report, 31 Jan. 2026
Kelly firmly rooted himself in the community.
—Cheyenne Roundtree, Rolling Stone, 31 Jan. 2026
Semi-hardwood growth is less reliable and takes longer but these types of cuttings can be rooted.
—Barbara Gillette, The Spruce, 31 Jan. 2026
Excitement rooted either in the seller’s personality or used as a sales tactic is less effective.
—Larry D. Urish, Oc Register, 30 Jan. 2026
The slogan’s real meaning, therefore, is rooted firmly in the greengrocer’s existence.
—Ezra Klein, Mercury News, 28 Jan. 2026
But his rise was rooted firmly in his nation’s history.
—Sean Williams, Harpers Magazine, 27 Jan. 2026
To Reed and other political professionals, the answer seemed rooted, in part, in Obama’s willingness to ignore conventional wisdom about how campaigns ought to be run.
—Charles Duhigg, New Yorker, 26 Jan. 2026
McDaniel’s run game is rooted more in zone concepts, particularly outside zone.
—Daniel Popper, New York Times, 26 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for rooted
Adjective
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But economists appeared skeptical about the effectiveness of Beijing’s plans to boost services spending, cautioning that the plan’s success hinges on deeper reforms to raise household income and strengthen social welfare.—
Anniek Bao,
CNBC,
30 Jan. 2026
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The influential investor has the respect of Wall Street and deep knowledge of complex financial markets.—
Matt Egan,
CNN Money,
30 Jan. 2026
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What emerges is a solar market that is no longer experimental, but operational at scale, economically durable, and structurally embedded in the global energy system.—
Dianne Plummer,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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By leveraging knowledge already embedded in large video models, Cosmos Policy reduces the amount of robot-specific data needed to learn reliable control behaviors.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
29 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Hungerstone is a delicious tribute to the inherent horrors of womanhood and the desperate and exquisite vulgarity of desire.—
Gabrielle Bellot,
Literary Hub,
2 Feb. 2026
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But Swims buckled into the ballad, standing tall and belting through the song’s inherent ache.—
Melissa Ruggieri,
USA Today,
31 Jan. 2026
Verb
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According to the sheriff's office, Waldrep is lodged at the Macomb County Jail.—
DeJanay Booth-Singleton,
CBS News,
29 Jan. 2026
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And Patterson’s football becomes lodged many feet above the floor.—
Erik Pedersen,
Deadline,
28 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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This Is Not About Us (Dial Press) is the story of a family, told by its various members, each with their own perspective and entrenched narrative.—
Chloe Schama,
Vogue,
24 Jan. 2026
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The Tommies have now won 11 of their last 12 contests and remain firmly entrenched in second place in the Summit League, behind only North Dakota State.—
Jace Frederick,
Twin Cities,
24 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Since mid-2025, federal immigration agents, including ICE officers, have shot at people at least 16 times during enforcement operations, resulting in multiple injuries and four confirmed deaths.—
Dev Patnaik,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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So far, among the confirmed returning cast members of the Emmy-winning series, in addition to Sudeikis, are Brett Goldstein (Roy Kent), Hannah Waddingham (Rebecca Welton), Juno Temple (Keeley Jones), Jeremy Swift (Leslie Higgins) and Brendan Hunt (Coach Beard).—
Brian Anthony Hernandez,
PEOPLE,
17 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Of course the categories may overlap, but many of the young people in Astoria or Ridgewood-Bushwick have grown up in their parents’ homes in more settled parts of the city.—
Dan Gooding,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 Nov. 2025
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Erin Simkin—Netflix Advertisement Under Konner and Kaplan, Nobody Wants This has grown into a more settled and expansive show.—
Esther Zuckerman,
Time,
21 Oct. 2025
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“Rooted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rooted. Accessed 3 Feb. 2026.
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