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substantive

/səbˈstæntɪv/

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noun

(grammar) a word that names a person, place, thing or idea; a noun (sensu stricto)

Examples :

"In grammar class, we learned that "cat" is a substantive because it names an animal. "

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noun

Part of a text that carries the meaning, such as words and their ordering.

Examples :

"The editor focused on the substantive of the student's essay, checking the clarity of the arguments and the accuracy of the facts, rather than just the formatting. "

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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

Examples :

""In English class, the teacher asked us to substantive the adjective 'beautiful' by using it as the subject of a sentence: 'Beautiful is subjective.'" "

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adjective

Of the essence or essential element of a thing; as, "substantive information"

Examples :

"The meeting was unproductive because it lacked substantive discussion about the actual problems we needed to solve. "

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adjective

Having substance; enduring; solid; firm; substantial

Examples :

"The professor gave the students substantive feedback on their essays, offering detailed suggestions for improvement. "

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adjective

Applying to essential legal principles and rules of right; as, "substantive law"

Examples :

"The teacher explained the substantive rules about plagiarism in the school's guidelines. "

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adjective

Of a dye that does not need the use of a mordant to be made fast to that which is being dyed

Examples :

"The new fabric is substantive, so it won't need any special treatment to hold the vibrant blue dye. "

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adjective

Depending on itself; independent.

Examples :

"The student's grade in math class was substantive, relying solely on her test scores and homework assignments, not on extra credit or teacher's opinion. "

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adjective

(grammar) used like a noun substantive

Examples :

"In the sentence "To err is human," "err" functions as a substantive adjective describing the act of making a mistake. "

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adjective

(of a rank or appointment) actually and legally held, as distinct from an acting, temporary or honorary rank or appointment

Examples :

"Even though Ms. Jones filled in as principal for a year, Mr. Davis is the substantive principal, officially appointed to the position permanently. "

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