Definition

1. Adjective:
   • Deeply rooted; firmly fixed or held: Describes something, especially an idea, principle, or feeling, that is established so deeply within a person or system that it is difficult to change or remove.

Usage

The adjective "implanted" is used to describe abstract concepts (like beliefs, habits, or needs) that are deeply and firmly established. It often implies the concept was placed there intentionally or through a process, and now persists strongly.

Examples

• Adjective:
  • The values of honesty and integrity were implanted in her from a young age.
  • He has an implanted distrust of authority figures.
  • The cultural traditions are deeply implanted in the community's way of life.

Advanced Usage

• "Deeply implanted": An intensifying phrase emphasizing the profound and secure nature of the fixation.
  • A sense of duty was deeply implanted in his character.

Variants and Related Words

• Implant (verb): To fix or set securely or deeply; to insert.

  • The surgeon will implant a medical device.
  • Teachers aim to implant a love of learning.

• Implantation (noun): The action of implanting or the state of being implanted.

  • The implantation of the embryo was successful.

Synonyms

• Ingrained: (of a habit, belief, or attitude) firmly fixed or established; difficult to change.
• Deep-rooted: Firmly established and difficult to change.
• Deep-seated: Strongly established and not superficial.

Antonyms

• Superficial: Existing or occurring at or on the surface; not deep or permanent.
• Transient: Lasting only for a short time; impermanent.

Adjective

1. (used especially of ideas or principles) deeply rooted; firmly fixed or held
   • deep-rooted prejudice
   • deep-seated differences of opinion
   • implanted convictions
   • ingrained habits of a lifetime
   • a deeply planted need