rooted /ˈɹuːtɪd/ adjective8 •Having roots, or a certain type of roots.deep-rooted •(figurative) Having a basic or fundamental connection (to a thing); based, originating (from).For what is gradually taking hold, I think, is a way of drawing near to God that is far more rooted in history and far more rooted in the gospel than we have been accustomed to. — 1997 •Fixed in one position; immobile; unable to move.She stayed rooted in place. •(figurative) Ingrained, as through repeated use; entrenched; habitual or instinctive.He will immediately break in on their most rooted prejudices ; and with a kind of malignant satisfaction hack their darling notions with unsparing rigour and unblushing insolence. — 1782 •Having a root. •(slang) In trouble or in strife, screwed.I am absolutely rooted if Ferris finds out about this •(Australia, slang) Broken, damaged, non-functional.I'm going to have to call a mechanic, my car's rooted. •Having a root (superuser) account that has been compromised.You are rooted. All your base are belong to us. formsmore rooted · most rooted