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substantial

1 of 1adjective
/səbˈstænʃəl/
Forms:more substantial,most substantial
1

significant in amount or degree

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  • The company made a substantial investment in upgrading its infrastructure.
  • She received a substantial raise after her promotion.
  • The storm caused substantial damage to homes and businesses in the area.
  • The scientist made substantial progress in understanding the mechanism of the disease.
  • The scholarship offered substantial financial assistance to students in need.
Synonyms:
prodigioustitanicprettyenormouscolossalstupendousappreciablegreatmassiveuncommonhugebigheftyimmensesignificantextensivewidemonumentalvasttremendousconsiderablehumongoussizable
2

containing a significant amount of nourishment

  • The meal was substantial, with a variety of dishes that provided a balanced and nourishing diet.
  • The salad was made with substantial ingredients like avocados and nuts, offering both flavor and nutritional value.
  • The protein shake was designed to be a substantial source of vitamins and minerals for those needing extra nutrition.
  • The soup was both hearty and substantial, rich in vegetables and legumes that contributed to a satisfying and nutritious meal.
  • The stew was made with a substantial blend of beans and meats, offering both rich flavor and considerable nourishment.
Synonyms:
nutritiousnourishingrichsquaresolidnutritivealimentalheartysatisfying
3

related to the true or fundamental nature of something

  • The artist’s work reveals a substantial understanding of human emotions and their complexities.
  • Their friendship was built on a substantial foundation of trust and mutual respect.
  • The philosopher’s teachings explore the substantial nature of existence and reality.
  • The committee focused on the substantial issues affecting the community, rather than minor concerns.
  • Her speech addressed the substantial challenges facing the industry, not just the surface-level problems.
Synonyms:
substantiveunderlyingrudimentaryfoundationalcoreessentialbasicfundamental
4

real and tangible

  • The lawyer presented substantial evidence to support his case.
  • The findings were based on substantial research and data.
  • The researchers gathered substantial proof to validate their hypothesis.
  • The journalist uncovered substantial facts that changed the course of the investigation.
  • The historian found substantial artifacts that shed light on ancient civilizations.
Synonyms:
well-foundedlegitimatehardlogicalconcretesoundreasonedrealtangiblerationalsubstantivewell-groundedvalidauthenticfactualstraightsolidmaterial
Antonyms:
insubstantial
5

possessing significant wealth or influence

  • The family lived in a substantial estate, surrounded by acres of land and luxury amenities.
  • The company was acquired by a substantial firm with extensive resources and a powerful network.
  • The wedding was hosted by a substantial family, with guests arriving in luxurious cars and wearing designer attire.
  • The substantial estate he inherited included multiple properties and significant financial assets.
  • He comes from a substantial background, with his family having a long history of wealth and influence in the community.
Synonyms:
well-heeledwell-offaffluentcomfortablewell-to-doprosperousrichopulentloadedmoneyedflushwell-fixedwealthywell-situatedeasy
6

of high quality and durability

  • The new office building was constructed with substantial materials, ensuring its long-term durability.
  • The table was made from substantial oak, providing both strength and an elegant appearance.
  • The book was bound with substantial cover materials, making it durable enough for frequent use.
  • The library’s substantial shelving units were constructed from heavy-duty wood, designed to hold a vast collection of books.
  • The school’s substantial brick walls and sturdy construction have withstood numerous severe weather events over the decades.
Synonyms:
ruggedtoughsturdyheavy-dutystrongdurablesolidrobustlong-wearing
7

of utmost significant

  • The CEO's decision will have substantial implications for the company's future.
  • Her contribution to the project was substantial, shaping its final direction.
  • The research findings provided substantial evidence to support the hypothesis.
  • The policy changes had a substantial impact on the economy.
Synonyms:
bigcriticalweightyginormousimportantsignificantcruciallargemajorkeyessentialmomentouscardinalmonumentalconsequentialpivotaldefining