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substantiel

substantial

adjective soob-stahn-SYEL Rare

Also means

significant

Usage Note

Substantiel describes something that is considerable in size, amount, or importance. The feminine form is substantielle. A repas substantiel is a hearty, filling meal. In legal or philosophical contexts it can mean 'essential' or 'material' to an argument.

Examples

"Il a reçu une aide financière substantielle."

Natural Translation

He received substantial financial aid.

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