Substantially meaning

What does “substantially” mean? Definitions, examples, synonyms and opposites.

“substantially” is an adverb with 2 meanings. Its most common meaning is: to a great extent or degree.

substantially

adverb

  1. to a great extent or degree

    “I'm afraid the film was well over budget”

    “painting the room white made it seem considerably (or substantially) larger”

  2. in a strong substantial way

    “the house was substantially built”

Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University

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