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Meaning of grounded in English:

grounded

Pronunciation /ˈɡraʊndɪd/

adjective

  • 1Well balanced and sensible.

    • ‘for someone so young, Chris is extremely grounded’

  • 2(of a pilot or an aircraft) prohibited or prevented from flying.

    • ‘you don't taunt a grounded flier, especially after he's had a few beers’
    1. 2.1 informal (of a child being punished) not allowed to participate in social or recreational activities.
      • ‘the problem is, I've got more grounded friends than available friends’