earthbound

[ˈɜːθbaʊnd]

earthbound Definition

  • 1restricted to or confined to the earth
  • 2having no interest in or being unable to think of anything beyond mundane, ordinary, or earthly things

Using earthbound: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "earthbound" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The astronauts felt earthbound after returning from space.

  • Example

    She was an earthbound person who never dreamed of traveling abroad.

  • Example

    His writing is earthbound and lacks imagination.

earthbound Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for earthbound

Phrases with earthbound

  • a ghost or spirit that is unable to move on from the physical world and remains bound to the earth

    Example

    Some people believe that earthbound spirits can haunt places where they lived or died.

  • an airplane that is not designed for flying at high altitudes and is limited to flying close to the ground

    Example

    The small earthbound plane was perfect for sightseeing tours.

  • an animal that is unable to fly or move through the air, such as a land animal or a fish

    Example

    Earthbound creatures have adapted to living on the ground or in water, rather than in the air.

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Summary: earthbound in Brief

The term 'earthbound' [ˈɜːθbaʊnd] refers to being restricted to or confined to the earth, as well as having no interest in or being unable to think of anything beyond mundane, ordinary, or earthly things. It can describe people, writing, or even airplanes. 'Earthbound' has synonyms like 'terrestrial' and 'grounded,' and antonyms like 'heavenly' and 'celestial.'

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