Meaning & Definition of Substantive in English
English⟶
Substantive
/səbstəntɪv/
noun
1. Any word or group of words functioning as a noun
synonym:
- substantive
adjective
1. Having a firm basis in reality and being therefore important, meaningful, or considerable
- "Substantial equivalents"
synonym:
- substantial,
- substantive
2. Defining rights and duties as opposed to giving the rules by which rights and duties are established
- "Substantive law"
synonym:
- substantive,
- essential
3. Being on topic and prompting thought
- "A meaty discussion"
synonym:
- meaty,
- substantive