substantial

adjective C1

Meaning

"Substantial" refers to something of considerable importance, size, or worth, often implying a significant impact or degree of reality that is not merely superficial or trivial. In academic contexts, it denotes a level of evidence or argumentation that is
💡 While "substantial" is often used interchangeably with "significant," it carries a connotation of physicality or tangible presence, making it more appropriate in contexts where size or degree is emphasized.

Example Sentences

The project requires a substantial amount of funding to succeed .
The study provides substantial evidence supporting the new theory .

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