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substantially
01
to a considerable extent or degree
Examples
Fuel prices have substantially increased over the past year.
The new design substantially improves energy efficiency.
02
in an essential or fundamental way
Examples
The two proposals are substantially alike in content.
Their arguments, while worded differently, are substantially the same.
Examples
The shelter was substantially built to withstand harsh weather.
Their cabin is substantially reinforced with thick beams.
04
in a real, material, or bodily manner, often used in theological, philosophical, or metaphysical contexts
Examples
The doctrine holds that Christ is substantially present in the sacrament.
The soul is not substantially bound to the body in the same way as physical organs.
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