English Dictionary
Definition substantial in British English
substantial
adjective
What are red words?
Around 90% of spoken and written English relies on just 7,500 common words.
These words are highlighted in red and are ranked using a star system.
- One-star words are commonly used
- Two-star words are even more common
- Three-star words are the most frequently used
adjective
What are red words?
Around 90% of spoken and written English relies on just 7,500 common words.These words are highlighted in red and are ranked using a star system.
- One-star words are commonly used
- Two-star words are even more common
- Three-star words are the most frequently used
/səbˈstænʃ(ə)l/
Example
The study reveals very substantial differences between population groups.
Synonyms and related words
Example
substantial savings/investments
Example
His decision was based on nothing more substantial than his dislike of foreigners.
Example
The most substantial regional newspaper is Caribbean Contact.
Synonyms and related words
Example
Do you have anything more substantial than these pretzels?
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