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SUBSTANTIVE

(adj., noun, adj.sat, verb)

Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Substantive.

Substantive - as an adjective

Defining rights and duties as opposed to giving the rules by which rights and duties are established

Example: "Substantive law"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
essential
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
adjective

Substantive - as a noun

Any word or group of words functioning as a noun

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
word
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Substantive - as an adjective satellite

Of or relating to the real nature or essential elements of something

Example: "A substantial argument"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
substantial

Being on topic and prompting thought

Example: "A meaty discussion"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
meaty

Substantive - as a verb

(grammar) to make a word belonging to another part of speech into a substantive (that is, a noun) or use it as a noun

Example Sentences

"She provided substantive evidence to support her claims."
"The report included a substantive analysis of the issue."
"The author's argument lacked substantive support."
"The lawyer made a substantive point during the trial."
"The professor praised the student's substantive research paper."
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Word Game Points

Is SUBSTANTIVE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, substantive is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

SUBSTANTIVE has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.

Is SUBSTANTIVE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, substantive is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SUBSTANTIVE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 20.

Is SUBSTANTIVE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, substantive is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SUBSTANTIVE has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.

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