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founded

Pronunciation: [ˈfaʊndɪd]

Word

Learn how to use founded in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “establishment”

(verb) to create or start something important like a company, school, or city. When someone founds something, they are often the first to start it.

Example

He founded a new school to help children learn better.

Example

She did not found any organizations, even though she wanted to help her community.

Example

Who founded the first hospital in your town?

Context: “basis”

(verb) to provide a reason or basis for something. When you establish something as founded, you show that it has a solid base or support.

Example

Her theories are founded on solid research and strong evidence.

Example

His argument was not founded on any facts and seemed weak.

Example

What is this idea founded on?

How to pronounce founded

Pronunciation: [ˈfaʊndɪd]

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