grounded

Not allowed to go out or enjoy certain activities as a punishment, usually given by parents.

• I am grounded this weekend.
• She was grounded for lying to her parents.
• Are you still grounded, or can you come to the party?

How to use it: grounded for something (I am grounded for coming home late.)

Common phrases: be grounded, grounded for weeks

Sensible, calm, and realistic about life and what matters.

• She is a very grounded person.
• His family helps him stay grounded despite his success.
• We need someone grounded to lead the team.

Similar words: down-to-earth, sensible, realistic

Opposites: unrealistic

Common phrases: stay grounded, grounded person, well grounded, remain grounded

Not allowed or able to fly, usually because of danger, a fault, or a rule.

• All flights are grounded today.
• The pilot remained grounded until his medical checks were complete.
• Several grounded aircraft were waiting for repairs.

Common phrases: grounded aircraft, grounded pilot, remain grounded

Connected to the earth by a wire so that electricity can flow away safely.

• The circuit is grounded.
• Make sure the metal case is properly grounded.
• A grounded outlet helps protect you from electric shocks.

Similar words: earthed

Opposites: ungrounded

Common phrases: grounded circuit, properly grounded, grounded outlet