rooted
UK: ˈruːtɪd | US: ˈruːtɪd
adj. having roots; firmly established or ingrained
adj. (of a plant) having taken root and begun to grow
v. past tense and past participle of "root" (to fix or implant deeply)
The word "rooted" derives from the Old English "rōt," meaning the underground part of a plant, which traces back to Proto-Germanic "*wrōts." The "-ed" suffix marks it as a past participle, indicating a completed action (e.g., "planted and rooted"). Over time, "rooted" expanded metaphorically to describe anything deeply established, reflecting the stability and permanence of physical roots.
The oak tree stood tall, deeply rooted in the rich soil.
Her love for music is rooted in childhood experiences.
The tradition is rooted in ancient customs.
After weeks of care, the seedlings finally rooted.
His fears were rooted in past trauma.