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substance

1 of 1noun
/ˈsʌbs.təns/
Forms:substances
1

a particular kind of matter in gas, solid, or liquid form

A2
  • The chemist carefully poured the substance into the beaker, observing how it reacted with the other chemicals.
  • The scientist discovered a new substance that could potentially be used to create more efficient solar panels
  • In the lab, they measured the density of the unknown substance to determine its composition.
  • The spill in the laboratory was caused by a volatile substance that needed immediate containment.
  • When heated, the solid substance melted into a clear, viscous liquid.
2

considerable capital (wealth or income)

Synonyms:
means
3

the real physical matter of which a person or thing consists

4

the idea that is intended

Synonyms:
meaning
5

the choicest or most essential or most vital part of some idea or experience

Synonyms:
centeressencegistpithheartkernelsumnitty-grittymarrowcoreheart and soulcentremeatnubinwardness
6

the property of holding together and retaining its shape

Synonyms:
bodyconsistencyconsistence
7

what a communication that is about something is about

Synonyms:
subject mattermessagecontent
8

material of a particular kind or constitution