unfounded
adjective
un·found·ed
ˌən-ˈfau̇n-dəd 
: lacking a sound basis : groundless, unwarranted
an unfounded accusation
Examples of unfounded in a Sentence
the accusation proved to be unfounded
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For decades, African football has faced criticism and skepticism, often based on unfounded racial stereotypes.
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2 July 2026
The early fears that Hamilton was an existential threat to the university seemed—so far, at least—unfounded.
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Ann Manov,
Harpers Magazine,
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French officials condemned the move as hostile and unfounded, while urging citizens in the West African nation to exercise heightened vigilance as reciprocal measures are considered.
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27 June 2026
After being prosecuted at the age of 20, Powell, now 41, was released after a judge overturned his sentence of life plus five years on murder charges in the death of his best friend, Shah Walton – charges that prosecutors later agreed were unfounded.
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Pj Green,
Kansas City Star,
2 July 2026
The early fears that Hamilton was an existential threat to the university seemed—so far, at least—unfounded.
—
Ann Manov,
Harpers Magazine,
30 June 2026
French officials condemned the move as hostile and unfounded, while urging citizens in the West African nation to exercise heightened vigilance as reciprocal measures are considered.
—
Los Angeles Times,
27 June 2026
After being prosecuted at the age of 20, Powell, now 41, was released after a judge overturned his sentence of life plus five years on murder charges in the death of his best friend, Shah Walton – charges that prosecutors later agreed were unfounded.
—
Andy Rose,
CNN Money,
26 June 2026
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unfounded
adjective
un·found·ed
ˌən-ˈfau̇n-dəd
ˈən-
: lacking a sound base : groundless
unfounded suspicions
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