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unsubstantial

/ʌn.səbˈstæn.ʃəl/

Translations

unsubstantialadjective

more unsubstantial

Comp.

most unsubstantial

Super.

/ʌn.səbˈstæn.ʃəl/

sans fondementSe dit d'une affirmation, d'une allégation ou d'une idée dépourvue de base factuelle.

His unsubstantial claims were quickly dismissed by the committee.

Ses affirmations sans fondement ont été rapidement rejetées par le comité.

sans consistanceSe dit d'une matière, d'une forme ou d'une apparence sans solidité réelle.

The unsubstantial mist hung over the valley.

Le brouillard sans consistance flottait au-dessus de la vallée.

fragileSe dit d'un argument, d'une construction ou d'un appui faible, peu solide.

The unsubstantial argument failed to convince the jury.

L'argument fragile n'a pas convaincu le jury.

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unsubstantialadjective

Lacking physical substance or solidity; not having a firm or solid form.

The unsubstantial mist hung over the valley, giving it an ethereal appearance.

Lacking strength or solidity; flimsy or weak.

The unsubstantial argument failed to convince the jury of the defendant's innocence.

Lacking in reality or factual basis; not based on solid evidence.

His unsubstantial claims about the new policy were quickly dismissed by the committee.