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deep-rooted

[ ˌdiːpˈruːtɪd ]

Adjective

^{Context #1 | Adjective}

feelings

Firmly established and difficult to change, especially when referring to beliefs, feelings, or traditions.

Synonyms

deep-seated, entrenched, ingrained.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
deep-rooted	Used when referring to beliefs, traditions, or feelings that have existed for a long time and are very difficult to change. His deep-rooted mistrust of authority figures makes it hard for him to follow rules The deep-rooted traditions of the village are still respected by the younger generation
ingrained	Used to indicate that an attitude, habit, or belief is deeply embedded in someone, often from an early age, and is difficult to change. His ingrained habits of cleanliness come from his military background These ingrained cultural prejudices are hard to overcome
entrenched	Used to describe something that is firmly established and difficult to change, often referring to attitudes or systems within organizations or societies. It can carry a slightly negative connotation, suggesting resistance to change. Entrenched bureaucratic practices make reform difficult There is an entrenched social divide between the rich and the poor
deep-seated	Often used to describe emotions or beliefs that are strongly felt and not easily changed, usually implying a psychological or emotional aspect. Her deep-seated fear of heights prevents her from enjoying activities like climbing The community has a deep-seated hostility towards outsiders

Examples of usage

Her deep-rooted fear of spiders made it impossible for her to enter the room.
The deep-rooted love she had for her hometown kept her from moving away.
His deep-rooted beliefs in equality guided all of his actions.
The deep-rooted traditions of the family were passed down from generation to generation.

^{Context #2 | Adjective}

plants

Having roots that go deeply into the ground, providing stability and strength.

Synonyms

strong-rooted, well-established.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
deep-rooted	Use 'deep-rooted' when referring to something that has existed for a long time and is firmly embedded, often referring to beliefs, traditions, or emotions. His deep-rooted fear of failure has always prevented him from taking risks. The town has a deep-rooted tradition of celebrating the harvest festival.
well-established	Use 'well-established' for something that is widely recognized, accepted, and has been in place for a long time, like companies, systems, or reputations. They have built a well-established business over the past 20 years. The theory is well-established in the scientific community.
strong-rooted	This word is less common, but can be used similarly to 'deep-rooted' when emphasizing the robust and stable nature of something, such as values or ideologies. The community's traditions are strong-rooted, making them resistant to change. She has strong-rooted convictions about animal rights.

Word

Description / Examples

deep-rooted

Use 'deep-rooted' when referring to something that has existed for a long time and is firmly embedded, often referring to beliefs, traditions, or emotions.

His deep-rooted fear of failure has always prevented him from taking risks.
The town has a deep-rooted tradition of celebrating the harvest festival.

well-established

Use 'well-established' for something that is widely recognized, accepted, and has been in place for a long time, like companies, systems, or reputations.

They have built a well-established business over the past 20 years.
The theory is well-established in the scientific community.

strong-rooted

This word is less common, but can be used similarly to 'deep-rooted' when emphasizing the robust and stable nature of something, such as values or ideologies.

The community's traditions are strong-rooted, making them resistant to change.
She has strong-rooted convictions about animal rights.

Examples of usage

The oak tree's deep-rooted system allowed it to withstand strong winds.
The deep-rooted plants helped prevent soil erosion in the area.

Translations

Translations of the word "deep-rooted" in other languages:

🇵🇹 enraizado

🇮🇳 गहराई से जड़ें

🇩🇪 tief verwurzelt

🇮🇩 berakar dalam

🇺🇦 глибоко вкорінений

🇵🇱 głęboko zakorzeniony

🇯🇵 深く根付いた (ふかくねづいた)

🇫🇷 profondément enraciné

🇪🇸 profundamente arraigado

🇹🇷 derinlemesine kök salmış

🇰🇷 깊이 뿌리박은 (gipi ppuribakeun)

🇸🇦 متجذر بعمق

🇨🇿 hluboce zakořeněný

🇸🇰 hlboko zakorenený

🇨🇳 根深蒂固的 (gēnshēndìgù de)

🇸🇮 globoko ukoreninjen

🇮🇸 djúpum rótum

🇰🇿 терең тамырланған

🇬🇪 ღრმად ფესვგადგმული

🇦🇿 dərin köklü

🇲🇽 profundamente arraigado

Etymology

The term 'deep-rooted' originated from the combination of 'deep', meaning extending far down from the top or surface, and 'rooted', which refers to firmly established. The metaphorical use of the term to describe beliefs or feelings dates back to the 19th century, highlighting the idea of something deeply ingrained or firmly established. In the context of plants, 'deep-rooted' has been used since the 17th century to depict plants with roots that extend deeply into the ground for stability and nourishment.