substantial (adj.)

  1. having substance or capable of being treated as fact; not imaginary; the substantial world; a mere dream, neither substantial nor practical; most ponderous and substantial things- Shakespeare

    [ Syn: real , material ]

  2. fairly large; won by a substantial margin

    [ Syn: significant ]

  3. having a firm basis in reality and being therefore important, meaningful, or considerable; substantial equivalents

    [ Syn: substantive ]

  4. providing abundant nourishment; a hearty meal; good solid food; ate a substantial breakfast; four square meals a day

    [ Syn: hearty , satisfying , solid , square ]

  5. of good quality and condition; solidly built; a solid foundation; several substantial timber buildings

    [ Syn: solid , strong ]

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