
Groundless
Exploring Evidence
Consider whether there is evidence to support a claim before calling it groundless.

They dismissed the rumor as groundless after checking the facts.
Analyzing Reason
Use 'groundless' to express skepticism about the reasoning behind a statement or action.

His justification for missing the meeting was groundless.
Emotional Connotation
'Groundless' often carries an implication of irresponsibility or carelessness in the person making the baseless claim.

Groundless allegations can harm reputations.
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BaselessFlimsySpuriousUnfoundedUnjustifiedUnsubstantiatedUnsupportedValid
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