Unfounded
(adjective)
- Not having a basis in fact or reality; without foundation or justification.
- Not based on or supported by evidence.
Origin:
Un + founded.
Examples:
- The accusations against him were unfounded and he was cleared of any wrongdoing.
- The rumors were unfounded and there was no truth to them.
- The decision was based on unfounded assumptions and was later proved to be wrong.
- The claim that the company was insolvent was unfounded and it was later revealed that it was in a strong financial position.
- The allegations of abuse were found to be unfounded after an investigation.