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- pronunciation:
- suhb
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tihv
- features:
- Word Combinations (adjective)
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adjective |
| definition 1: |
having an independent existence or character.
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| definition 2: |
real; actual.
- similar words:
- concrete, substantial, tangible
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| definition 3: |
being of considerable size, quantity, or amount.
She's making a substantive salary these days and can afford to take expensive vacations.- similar words:
- numerous, substantial
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| definition 4: |
of or pertaining to the fundamental nature or concerns of something; essential.
Although the problem is serious, there was little substantive discussion of it at the meeting.- similar words:
- material
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| related words: |
authentic, concrete, intrinsic, real, solid, substantial |
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| derivations: |
substantively (adv.), substantiveness (n.) |
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