substantive — having a firm basis in reality and therefore important, meaningful, or considerable
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: having a firm basis in reality and therefore important, meaningful, or considerable
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈsʌbstəntɪv/
Korean meaning: 실질적인, 중요한, 의미 있는
Korean pronunciation: **섭**스턴티브
Example Sentences
- The CEO promised substantive salary increases, not just pizza parties.
- Her research made substantive contributions to the field of medicine.
- The peace talks need to move beyond formalities to substantive negotiations.
substantive
ADJECTIVE//ˈsʌbstəntɪv//
having a firm basis in reality and therefore important, meaningful, or considerable
실질적인, 중요한, 의미 있는
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'substantia' meaning substance or essence, which comes from 'substantivus' meaning having independent existence.
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📝Examples
“The CEO promised substantive salary increases, not just pizza parties.”
“Her research made substantive contributions to the field of medicine.”
“The peace talks need to move beyond formalities to substantive negotiations.”
“My diet plan was substantive - I substantially increased my ice cream intake!”
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