groundless (B2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˈɡraʊndləs/

Definition

Without any basis in fact or reason; having no foundation.

Examples

• Her fears about the project's failure were groundless.

• The company dismissed the rumors as groundless accusations.

• He argued that the lawsuit was groundless and intended only to harass.

Synonyms of groundless

Words with a similar meaning to groundless:

• baseless
• unfounded
• unsubstantiated
• frivolous

Antonyms of groundless

Words with the opposite meaning to groundless:

• well-founded
• valid
• justified

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