Groundedly

/ˈɡraʊndɪdli/ adverb

Definition

In a manner that is firmly based, founded, or justified; with solid grounding or basis.

Etymology

From 'grounded' (the past participle/adjective meaning firmly based) plus the adverbial suffix -ly, describing how something is done with proper foundation.

Kelly Says

Psychologists and therapists love this word—'groundedly' describes the quality of being emotionally stable and connected to reality, not swept away by flights of fancy.

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