substantially
Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples
Pronunciation: US /səbˈstænʃəli/
substantially means: By a large amount or to a much greater degree.
adverb
BY A LOTB2
By a large amount or to a much greater degree.
- Prices have risen substantially.
- The new machine substantially reduces waste.
- Their income is substantially higher than ours.
IN MOST RESPECTSC1
In most important ways, although some small details may differ.
- The plans are substantially the same.
- The building is substantially complete.
- Her account remained substantially unchanged during the interview.
WITHOUT MAJOR EXCEPTIONSC2
Without any important limits, conditions, or exceptions.
- The work substantially complies with the contract.
- Her statement was substantially accurate.
- The products substantially conform to the agreed standards.
Questions about substantially
What does substantially mean?
By a large amount or to a much greater degree.
What is substantially in other languages?
Türkçe: önemli ölçüde · Español: considerablemente · Français: considérablement · Deutsch: erheblich · Italiano: notevolmente · 日本語: 大幅に
How do you pronounce substantially?
It is pronounced /səbˈstænʃəli/.
How do you use substantially in a sentence?
Prices have risen substantially. The new machine substantially reduces waste.
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