fundiert
Translation
well-founded, sound, in-depth, thorough
Examples
Er hat ein fundiertes Wissen.
He has a sound knowledge.
Ihre Kritik ist nicht fundiert.
Her criticism is not well-founded.
Grammar Patterns
a ((...)) knowledge ein fundiertes Wissen
to be ((...)) The criticism is well-founded.
Similar Words
begründet (justified), solide (solid); Antonyms: oberflächlich (superficial), unbegründet (unfounded)
Etymology
From Latin 'fundus' (bottom, foundation), meaning 'given a foundation'.
Memory Tips
Think of a building's 'foundation' (das Fundament). A 'fundiert' argument or knowledge has a solid base.