WELL-GROUNDED Synonyms: 69 Similar and Opposite Words

well-grounded

adjective

ˈwel-ˈgrau̇n-dəd

Definition of well-grounded

as in logical

according to the rules of logic counsel for the defense presented a well-grounded case for acquittal

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Recent Examples of well-grounded The instinct is well-grounded because human judgement is essential for effective decision loops, but unless it's accompanied by consistent context, it's also doomed to failure. — Omri Kohl, Forbes.com, 17 June 2026 Kemp is well-grounded and has his eyes on bettering himself and getting to the next level through competitive repetitions and coaching. — Chris Hays, The Orlando Sentinel, 15 Mar. 2026 The statement said the steel industry must rely on and play by rules that are well-grounded in science and law to preserve American jobs and domestic steel production. — Maya Wilkins, Chicago Tribune, 1 Sep. 2025 His optimism may be well-grounded, though Anthony Lanier,while talking to a prospective tenant, still hasn’t replaced the law firm that a year ago emptied his glass high-rise on Pennsylvania Avenue, two blocks from the White House. — Paul Schwartzman, Washington Post, 15 Mar. 2024 Their fears were well-grounded, as the Saudi regime isn’t hard to provoke. — Madawi Al-Rasheed, Foreign Affairs, 1 May 2019

Recent Examples of Synonyms for well-grounded

Adjective

Sholl also notes that the largest station groups may not immediately rush to buy competitors because many of the most logical acquirers are already shouldering a lot of debt.

— Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 23 July 2026
At a glance, de-normalizing alcohol consumption seems like a logical next step after cracking down on smoking.

— Tim Brinkhof, Time, 23 July 2026

Definition of logical

Adjective

His research now reveals revenge operates like an addiction in the brain, activating craving and reward centers while silencing rational thought.

— Kevin Kruse, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026
The pair’s mysterious interactions in the early chapters give way to a series of parables of doubt and belief, in which a rational character is confronted by an irrational event—and immediately convinced of its absolute truth.

— Robert Rubsam, The Atlantic, 20 July 2026

Definition of rational

Adjective

Judging by the latest Life, Larry and the Pursuit of Unhappiness, that seems a reasonable assumption.

— Greg Evans, Deadline, 18 July 2026
The political statements made in Nolan’s version are the same ones made in Homer’s poem, or at the very least a reasonable interpretation of the anti-war sentiments therein.

— Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026

Definition of reasonable

Adjective

In these emerging ecosystems, K-12 schools, higher education institutions, employers, workforce development organizations, and community leaders work together to create coherent pathways for students.

— Gennaro Piraino, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026
The proportions look coherent, and the surfaces are aerodynamic without looking experimental.

— ArsTechnica, ArsTechnica, 17 July 2026

Definition of coherent

Adjective

The deal is valid at participating Wendy's locations nationwide for dine-in, carry out and via the drive-thru for orders placed on the Wendy's app or website.

— Gabe Hauari, USA Today, 18 July 2026
By exposing the model to multiple valid solutions, GIFT broadens its understanding of how CAD designs can be constructed.

— Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 18 July 2026

Definition of valid

Adjective

Norway enjoyed their best World Cup ever, reaching the quarter-finals and beating Brazil along the way, and Haaland was at the centre of their success.

— Tim Spiers, New York Times, 21 July 2026
Apart from Luke, the crew has a good-ish day welcoming Suzanne, Amy, and the bachelors onboard.

— Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 21 July 2026

Definition of good

Adjective

The pumps are designed with a delicate almond toe, a conservative high-cut vamp, and a sensible heel, measuring around three inches.

— Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 24 July 2026
Every notetaker that joins a meeting traces back to a reasonably sensible individual choice to keep a credible set of notes in an endless sea of meetings.

— Amanda Gerut, Fortune, 24 July 2026

Definition of sensible

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