anchored

Meaning 1: General

Held firmly in place by an anchor or a similar device, preventing movement or drift.

Examples

• The ship remained securely anchored in the bay despite the strong winds.
• Her desk was anchored to the floor, making it impossible to move without special tools.

Meaning 2: Figurative

To be based on or firmly connected to a particular idea, belief, or reality.

Examples

• His political views are anchored in a strong sense of social justice.
• The success of the project was anchored by careful planning and execution.

Meaning 3: Broadcasting

To act as a main presenter of a television or radio program, especially a news program.

Examples

• She anchored the evening news for over two decades.
• The veteran journalist was chosen to anchor the special election coverage.

Pronunciation: /ˈæŋkərd/

How to Use anchored

anchored to (prepositional phrase)

Fixed or attached to something physically. — "The heavy machinery was anchored to the concrete floor."

anchored in (prepositional phrase)

Based on or deeply connected to an idea, principle, or location. — "The company's values are anchored in customer satisfaction."

be anchored by (collocation)

To have something as a main supporting element or foundation. — "The team's strategy was anchored by their strong defense."

Synonyms of anchored

Words with a similar meaning to anchored:

• fixed
• secured
• moored
• rooted

Antonyms of anchored

Words with the opposite meaning to anchored:

• adrift
• unsecured