groundless
5 synonyms and 1 antonym for groundless, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adjective — Not based on any real evidence or reason; baseless.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use groundless
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
groundless fears
groundless accusations
Etymology
From Old English grundlēas, "bottomless," from ground plus the "-less" suffix.
Full origin of groundless →Frequently asked questions
What does “groundless” mean?
The word “groundless” means not based on any real evidence or reason; baseless. In plain terms, having no real basis or supporting evidence.
How do you pronounce “groundless”?
“Groundless” is pronounced GROWND-luhs (/ˈɡɹaʊndləs/ in IPA).
How do you use “groundless” in a sentence?
Here is “groundless” used in a sentence: “The rumours turned out to be entirely groundless.”
What part of speech is “groundless”?
“Groundless” is an adjective.
Where does the word “groundless” come from?
The word “groundless” comes from Old English. From Old English grundlēas, "bottomless," from ground plus the "-less" suffix.
