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Earthbound

Adjective / ˈɜ:ˌθbaʊnd / Another word for earthbound — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

adjective. tied to the earth; unable to fly or move freely in the air

Synonyms & similar words

pedestrian prosaic prosy grounded tethered limited restricted confined bound fixed anchored immobile stationary sedentary settled rooted attached fastened secure stable firm steady established

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Example sentences

  1. The airplane was earthbound until it took off.
  2. The penguin is earthbound and cannot fly.
  3. The caterpillar was once earthbound, but it turned into a butterfly and could fly.
  4. The astronaut was no longer earthbound once he left the planet.
  5. The turtle is earthbound and cannot move very quickly.

Quotes

  • I have always felt that I am earthbound and not at all a citizen of the world. - Pearl S. Buck
  • All I can do is be me, whoever that is. - Bob Dylan
  • I'm not a genius. I'm just earthbound. - Diane Warren

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