1
as in significant
having great meaning or lasting effect
substantial changes to the school dress code that made a lot of people unhappy
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2
as in large
of a size greater than average of its kind
the amount he inherited was quite substantial, so he quit his job and set out to see the world
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as in physical
relating to or composed of matter
the Land of Oz turned out to be a world of dreams, even less substantial than a rainbow
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as in considerable
sufficiently large in size, amount, or number to merit attention
there's been a substantial increase in attendance at girls' volleyball games ever since the start of their winning streak
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Recent Examples of substantial
From developing succession plans in advance to determining how to best communicate happenings to stakeholders at all levels, taking a proactive approach can help nonprofits successfully navigate substantial internal changes.
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Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 24 July 2025
Environmental groups and others in the spring pushed for substantial new energy legislation meant in part to address the growing concerns over cost and reliability.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 24 July 2025
Still, making any substantial change to testing standards would expose aircraft manufacturers to serious legal risk in the event of an accident.
—Diana Hubbell, Popular Science, 24 July 2025
But the explosion of interest in the experiences business is not without substantial risk, not necessarily from outsiders entering the space (the barrier for entry remains stubbornly high), but from financial and external factors.
—Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 23 July 2025
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Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 24 July 2025
Environmental groups and others in the spring pushed for substantial new energy legislation meant in part to address the growing concerns over cost and reliability.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 24 July 2025
Still, making any substantial change to testing standards would expose aircraft manufacturers to serious legal risk in the event of an accident.
—Diana Hubbell, Popular Science, 24 July 2025
But the explosion of interest in the experiences business is not without substantial risk, not necessarily from outsiders entering the space (the barrier for entry remains stubbornly high), but from financial and external factors.
—Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 23 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for substantial
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Though cars remain a significant part of the area’s economy, the region has been steadily diversifying its economic landscape over the past several years.—
William Jones,
Freep.com,
22 July 2025
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Helen Cornelius' success as a performer, songwriter Famously, Cornelius, born Helen Lorene Johnson on December 6, 1941, achieved significant stardom at 33.—
Marcus K. Dowling,
The Tennessean,
22 July 2025
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If this is a must-have for you, stick to one Oreo or share other larger options with a friend.—
Sarah Anzlovar,
Verywell Health,
15 July 2025
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The expansion site for phase 2, south of the Falcon Trace II apartments, will initially be developed as a large pond for floodplain mitigation.—
Laura Kinsler,
The Orlando Sentinel,
15 July 2025
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Significant resources were invested in the ball players’ physical and mental development, but credit must also be given to natural abilities and genetics.—
Wayne G. McDonnell,
Forbes.com,
21 July 2025
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Regular physical activity can decrease LDL cholesterol levels.—
Lindsey DeSoto,
Verywell Health,
21 July 2025
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My jaw was on the floor of such a considerable cosign.—
Ilana Kaplan,
People.com,
18 July 2025
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When pushed to Wild Life Extreme, the Dell 16 Plus maintained a considerable lead over the Lenovo Yoga 7.—
Brian Westover,
PC Magazine,
17 July 2025
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That announcement largely cleared the field of major potential challengers to Rogers.—
Paul Egan,
Freep.com,
27 July 2025
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In 1947: President Harry S. Truman signed the National Security Act 1947, a major piece of legislation that restructured many of the country’s military and intelligence institutions.—
AZCentral.com,
AZCentral.com,
27 July 2025
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To unwind the settlement because of textual ambiguity could cause sizable harm.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
15 July 2025
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The hardest trays to install use a sizable collection of pieces and parts and require you to drill holes into your desk.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
14 July 2025
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Heat radiated in waves off concrete sidewalks and asphalt streets.—
Phaedra Trethan,
USA Today,
25 July 2025
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During a structural assessment, engineer Youssef Hachem found the concrete foundation was 80% weaker than coastal buildings built today.—
Ashley Miznazi,
Miami Herald,
25 July 2025
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Another important preventative measure athletes can take is preparing for life after sport.—
Brook Choulet,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025
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On the flip-side, the World Health Organization cites traffic noise such as road, rail and air traffic as the second most important cause of ill health in western Europe behind air pollution.—
Daisy Jones,
Vogue,
15 July 2025
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“Substantial.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/substantial. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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