substantially — to a great or significant extent; considerably
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: to a great or significant extent; considerably
Pronunciation (IPA): /səbˈstænʃəli/
Example Sentences
- My pizza consumption has increased substantially since I discovered the all-you-can-eat buffet.
- The new software substantially reduced our work time.
- His explanation was substantially different from what actually happened - like saying he 'gently touched' the vase before it exploded into pieces.
substantially
ADVERB[/səbˈstænʃəli/]
to a great or significant extent; considerably
The company's profits grew substantially after launching the new product line.
From potentially to essentially, progress grows substantially!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'substantia' meaning 'essence' or 'matter', combined with the suffix '-al' (relating to) and the adverb-forming suffix '-ly'. The word evolved through Old French and Middle English to express the notion of something being fundamental or essential in nature.
Breakdown
substant- (from Latin substantia, essence/matter) + -ial (adjective suffix, relating to) + -ly (adverb suffix, in the manner of) = substantially
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My pizza consumption has increased substantially since I discovered the all-you-can-eat buffet.”
“The new software substantially reduced our work time.”
“His explanation was substantially different from what actually happened - like saying he 'gently touched' the vase before it exploded into pieces.”
“Housing prices have risen substantially in this area.”
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