Word
grounded
Phoneticsground·ed, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈɡɹaʊndɪd/
UK/ɡɹˈaʊndɪd/
Definitions
01sensible and calm
B2 · Upper Intermediate
adj. having a sensible and realistic view of life; not easily upset or confused.
adj. mentally and emotionally stable; possessing a realistic and balanced perspective on life.
“Despite her sudden fame, she remained grounded and kept her old friends.”
“The CEO's grounded approach to the crisis prevented the board from making impulsive decisions based on short-term market fluctuations.”
Antonyms
02punished
B1 · Intermediate Informal
adj. not allowed to go out or do fun things as a punishment.
adj. restricted to one's home or room by a parent or guardian as a disciplinary measure.
“I am grounded for a week because I stayed out too late.”
“After failing to meet his curfew for the third time that month, the teenager was grounded and had his phone confiscated for the weekend.”
Synonyms
03aviation/nautical
B2 · Upper Intermediate
adj. not allowed to fly or move because of bad weather, safety, or hitting the ground.
adj. prohibited from flight or movement due to technical, weather, or legal reasons; in a nautical context, stuck on the seabed.
Español:detenido en tierra
“All flights were grounded because of the heavy fog at the airport.”
“The entire fleet was grounded indefinitely pending a thorough investigation into the structural integrity of the engine mounts.”
Antonyms
04electrical
C1 · Advanced Science Technical · American English
adj. connected to the earth so that electricity can flow safely.
adj. connected to the earth or a common return path to complete an electrical circuit safely.
“Make sure the appliance is properly grounded to avoid an electric shock.”
“The technician verified that the server rack was grounded to prevent static discharge from damaging the sensitive internal components.”
Usage
In British English, 'earthed' is the standard term for this concept.
Synonyms
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “grounded” in context.
Real-World Examples
“Australian medical experts have warned a shift in child vaccination advice in the US is not grounded in science and could undo decades of public health advances.” “Winder wanted to take their 10-year-old brother Moissés, but he was grounded.” Etymology
From Middle English grounded, i-grounded, equivalent to ground + -ed.
See the etymology of the corresponding lemma form.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Domains
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Frequent
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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Traducciones: Kaikki.org (Wiktionary), CC BY-SA 4.0