substantial
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.
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substantial evidence
substantial improvement
substantial resources
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