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insubstantial - Meaning and Examples

Meaning of 'insubstantial' (Webster Dictionary)

1 . Insubstantial [ a.]
- Unsubstantial; not real or strong.

Meaning of 'insubstantial' (Princeton's WordNet)

1 . insubstantial [ a]
Meaning (1):
- lacking material form or substance; unreal
Example in sentence:
  • an insubstantial mirage on the horizon;
  • as insubstantial as a dream
2 . insubstantial [ s]
Meaning (2):
- lacking solidity or strength
Example in sentence:
  • a flimsy table;
  • flimsy construction;
  • vinyl siding has become the standard-bearer for cheap, insubstantial construction
Meaning (3):
- lacking in nutritive value
Example in sentence:
  • an insubstantial and unsatisfying meal