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Definition of ungrounded

ungrounded

/ʌnˈɡraʊn.dɪd/
un · ground · ed
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ungrounded Lexical Profile

ungrounded Game Scores & Validity

• adjective

1

Not based on solid facts, evidence, or good reasons; lacking a sound foundation.

Example

"The committee dismissed the accusations as completely ungrounded and lacking credible evidence."

2

North American Not connected to the earth or an electrical ground to prevent shock or electrical buildup (of an electrical circuit, outlet, or appliance).

Example

"The home inspector warned that several older outlets in the basement were ungrounded and needed upgrading."

3

Feeling mentally or emotionally unstable, unfocused, or disconnected from reality and one's immediate surroundings.

Example

"After weeks of constant travel and irregular sleep, she felt scattered and ungrounded."

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• Rhymes for ungrounded

• Nearby Words

ungreased
ungroomed
unground
ungrounded
ungroup
ungrouped
ungrudging

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Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Ungrounded. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/ungrounded
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