adj
Uncommon
unfounded
Unfounded (adj) means not based on facts or solid evidence. Example: “The rumours about the merger turned out to be completely unfounded.”
adj
1
Not based on facts or solid evidence.
"an unfounded report; unfounded fears"
"The rumours about the merger turned out to be completely unfounded."
"Police said the allegations were unfounded and dropped the case."
How to use unfounded
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishHaving no real basis in fact — a claim or fear with nothing solid behind it.
Easily confused with
unfound
Common pairings
unfounded rumour
unfounded fear
unfounded claim
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Etymology
From un- + founded, as in "founded on" solid evidence.
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What does “unfounded” mean?
The word “unfounded” means not based on facts or solid evidence. In plain terms, having no real basis in fact — a claim or fear with nothing solid behind it.
How do you use “unfounded” in a sentence?
Here is “unfounded” used in a sentence: “The rumours about the merger turned out to be completely unfounded.”
What part of speech is “unfounded”?
“Unfounded” is an adjective.
Is “unfounded” a common word?
“Unfounded” is an uncommon word in modern English.
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