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substance

/ˈsʌb.stəns/

Translations

substancenoun

substances

Water is a substance that is essential for life.

Вода — это вещество, необходимое для жизни.

The philosopher discussed the concept of substance in his lecture.

Философ обсуждал концепцию субстанции в своей лекции.

Additional translations

Synonyms

substanceadjective

/ˈsʌb.stəns/

Used attributively before another noun, e.g., "substance abuse"

substancenoun

A particular kind of matter with uniform properties.

Water is a substance that is essential for all forms of life.

The real physical matter of which a person or thing consists and which has a tangible, solid presence.

The sculpture was made of a durable substance that could withstand the elements.

The quality of being important, valid, or significant.

The committee's report lacked substance and failed to address the key issues.

A drug or chemical, especially one that is illegal or harmful.

The police found illegal substances in the suspect's car.

The essential meaning or gist of a speech, text, or argument.

The substance of his argument was that the policy needed urgent reform.

Material wealth or property; worldly possessions.

After years of reckless spending, he found himself stripped of both title and substance.

substanceadjective

Relating to or involving drugs, especially illegal or addictive ones, when used before another noun.

Substance abuse can have devastating effects on families.