Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
deep-seated
Adjective
/ˌdiːpˈsiːtɪd/
Definition
Firmly established and difficult to change or remove.
Examples
- His deep-seated fears prevented him from trying new things.
- The deep-seated traditions of the community shape its values.
Meaning
The term refers to feelings, beliefs, or issues that are deeply ingrained in a person or a system.
Synonyms
- Rooted
- Entrenched
- Ingrained
- Fixed
