Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
keep your feet on the ground
idiom
/kip jʊər fi:t ɒn ðə ɡraʊnd/
Definition
To remain realistic and sensible despite successes or challenges.
Examples
- Even after winning the award, she made sure to keep her feet on the ground and remember her roots.
- It’s easy to get carried away with success, but it’s important to keep your feet on the ground.
Meaning
This idiom emphasizes the importance of staying grounded and practical in one’s thinking and behavior, especially when faced with highs or lows in life.
Synonyms
- stay grounded
- remain practical
- keep it real
