grounded
adjective
ground·ed
ˈgrau̇n-dəd 
: mentally and emotionally stable : admirably sensible, realistic, and unpretentious
remains grounded despite all the praise and attention
see also ground entry 2
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However, the more adventurous aspects of the series, including Wash’s travels with Titch and the burgeoning relationship between him and Tanna, feel less grounded.
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Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 23 July 2025
Designers are embracing earthy tones and organic textures to help outdoor spaces feel grounded and serene.
—Kendall Bettle, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 July 2025
Certainly in the first half, the film is very grounded and more naturalistic than the others, but probably no less formal than the others.
—Matthew Jacobs, Vulture, 18 July 2025
Love and romance feel more grounded, offering the chance to build stronger connections, romantically and with ourselves.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 5 June 2025
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Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 23 July 2025
Designers are embracing earthy tones and organic textures to help outdoor spaces feel grounded and serene.
—Kendall Bettle, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 July 2025
Certainly in the first half, the film is very grounded and more naturalistic than the others, but probably no less formal than the others.
—Matthew Jacobs, Vulture, 18 July 2025
Love and romance feel more grounded, offering the chance to build stronger connections, romantically and with ourselves.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 5 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for grounded
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“Grounded.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/grounded. Accessed 4 Aug. 2025.
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