founded

[ˈfaʊndɪd]

founded Definition

• 1. establish or originate (an institution or organization)
• 2. provide a basis or justification for

Using founded: Examples

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

• Example

  The university was founded in 1872.

• Example

  He founded his own company last year.

• Example

  Her argument is founded on solid evidence.

• Example

  The book is founded on extensive research.

founded Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for founded

• establish
• initiate
• create
• start
• set up

Antonyms for founded

• dismantle
• abolish

Phrases with founded

• founded on/upon

  based on or established by

  Example

  His theory is founded on the principles of physics.

• well-founded

  based on good reasons, facts, or evidence

  Example

  Her concerns about the project were well-founded.

• founded in truth

  based on accurate information or facts

  Example

  The article is founded in truth and supported by reliable sources.

Origins of founded

from Latin 'fundare', meaning 'to lay a foundation'

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Summary: founded in Brief

'Founded' [ˈfaʊndɪd] means to establish or originate an institution or organization, or to provide a basis or justification for something. It can be used in phrases like 'founded on/upon,' meaning based on or established by, and 'well-founded,' meaning based on good reasons, facts, or evidence. Examples include 'The university was founded in 1872,' and 'Her argument is founded on solid evidence.'