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What is another word for Entrenched? – 144 Entrenched Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    established fixed ingrained deep-seated rooted firm secure stable unshakeable immovable inflexible rigid obstinate persistent deep-rooted long-standing chronic habitual accustomed inveterate confirmed set settled entrenched vested traditional customary usual accustomed familiar ingrained habitual inured seasoned veteran hardened intransigent uncompromising unyielding obdurate recalcitrant refractory stubborn intractable

    Meaning of Entrenched

    The primary meaning of the word "entrenched" refers to something or someone that is firmly established or deeply rooted.

    Definitions

    • (of an idea, attitude, or habit) firmly established and difficult to change
    • * (of a person) firmly established in a particular position or activity
    • * (of a military position) strongly fortified and defended

    Etymology of Entrenched

    The word "entrenched" originates from the Old French "entrenchier," which means "to dig a trench," and is derived from the Latin "trincare," meaning "to dig"
    Historically, the term was used to describe the act of digging trenches for military purposes, and later evolved to describe the state of being firmly established or secure

    Example Uses

    • The company's entrenched position in the market made it difficult for new competitors to enter
    • * The politician's entrenched views on the issue made it hard to find common ground with opponents
    • * The army's entrenched defensive position made it nearly impossible for the enemy to breach

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    flexible adaptable yielding compromising open-minded receptive amenable susceptible vulnerable unstable insecure unsettled unestablished new inexperienced unseasoned untested untried weak fragile ephemeral transient temporary fleeting

    Related Nouns

    position attitude habit idea concept notion belief conviction tradition custom practice routine ritual institution establishment organization system structure framework foundation base groundwork trench fortification stronghold bastion fortress citadel

    Related Verbs

    establish fix settle secure stabilize fortify defend maintain uphold preserve protect entrench dig excavate construct build strengthen reinforce solidify confirm affirm validate

    Related Adjectives

    established fixed secure stable firm strong solid robust resilient persistent obstinate inflexible rigid unyielding uncompromising intransigent habitual accustomed familiar traditional customary usual veteran seasoned hardened inured