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substantial
adjective(sub-stan-tial)
having an abundant supply of money or possessions of value
Synonyms: affluent, flush, loaded, moneyed, wealthy,
Examples:
A substantial family.
substantial
adjective(sub-stan-tial)
providing abundant nourishment
Synonyms: hearty, satisfying, solid, square,
Examples:
Ate a substantial breakfast.
substantial
adjective(sub-stan-tial)
of good quality and condition; solidly built
Synonyms: solid, strong,
Examples:
Several substantial timber buildings.
substantial
adjective(sub-stan-tial)
of or relating to the real nature or essential elements of something
Synonyms: substantive,
Examples:
A substantial argument.
substantial
adjective(sub-stan-tial)
having substance or capable of being treated as fact; not imaginary
Synonyms: material, real,
Antonyms: insubstantial,
Examples:
The substantial world.
A mere dream, neither substantial nor practical.
The wind was violent and felt substantial enough to lean against.
substantial
adjective(sub-stan-tial)
of considerable importance, size, or worth
Synonyms: significant,
Examples:
Won by a substantial margin.

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