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substantially - Meaning and Examples

Meaning of 'substantially' (Webster Dictionary)

1 . Substantially [ adv.]
- In a substantial manner; in substance; essentially.

Meaning of 'substantially' (Princeton's WordNet)

1 . substantially [ r]
Meaning (1):
- to a great extent or degree
Example in sentence:
  • I'm afraid the film was well over budget;
  • painting the room white made it seem considerably (or substantially) larger;
  • the house has fallen considerably in value;
  • the price went up substantially
Meaning (2):
- in a strong substantial way
Example in sentence:
  • the house was substantially built