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(adjective) having substance or capable of being treated as fact; not imaginary; "the substantial world"; "a mere dream, neither substantial nor practical"; "most ponderous and substantial things"- Shakespeare |
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Synonyms: material, real |
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Antonyms: insubstantial |
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(satellite adjective) being the essence or essential element of a thing; "substantial equivalents"; "substantive information" |
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Synonyms: in essence, substantive |
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(satellite adjective) fairly large; "won by a substantial margin" |
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Synonyms: significant |
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(satellite adjective) of good quality and condition; solidly built; "a solid foundation"; "several substantial timber buildings" |
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Synonyms: solid, strong |
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(satellite adjective) providing abundant nourishment; "a hearty meal"; "good solid food"; "ate a substantial breakfast" |
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Synonyms: hearty, satisfying, solid |
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