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substantive

Pronunciación: [ˈsəbˌstæn.tɪv]

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Contexto: «importance»

(adjective) when something is really important and deals with the main points or real issues. It means that it has a lot of meaning and isn't just about small details.

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The teacher gave a substantive explanation about the science project, covering all the necessary details.

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The discussion was not substantive; it only touched on minor points and didn’t address the real issues.

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Did you find any substantive evidence to support your argument?

Contexto: «legal»

(noun) in law, a substantive is a type of term that represents a thing, person, or idea. It is an important concept used to talk about the main things involved in a legal case.

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In the class on legal terms, we learned that 'substantives' are essential for understanding cases.

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She could not find any substantives in the joke; it was just silly and had no real meaning.

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What are some examples of substantives in the legal context?

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