Superlative for significant in amount, level or degree
“She parlayed her expertise into building a business, which she later sold for a substantial profit.”
Superlative for large in physical size
“The legs of his chair groaned beneath his substantial girth, as did the buttons straining at the protruding belly of his dress shirt.”
Superlative for of considerable importance or worth
“There have been some substantial developments in the field of artificial intelligence over the last few years.”
Superlative for real and tangible rather than imaginary
“These fantastic claims must be backed up by substantial evidence.”
Superlative for strongly built or made
“The island's coastline is characterized by grand hotels, substantial villas, and private mansions.”
(of a person) Superlative for stout or thickset in build
“Generous helpings are required for our guests who are substantial country gentlemen.”
Superlative for concerning the essentials of something
“Even if there is convincing evidence that these interventions will work, substantial ethical concerns still exist.”
Superlative for important in material or social terms
“The affluent family's memoirs document a life that consisted of enjoying a substantial social status.”
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