substantial

英 [s?b'st?n?(?)l] 美[s?b'st?n?l]
  • adj. 大量的；實(shí)質(zhì)的；內(nèi)容充實(shí)的
  • n. 本質(zhì)；重要材料

英英釋意

1. fairly large;
"won by a substantial margin"
2. being the essence or essential element of a thing;
"substantial equivalents"
"substantive information"
3. having substance or capable of being treated as fact; not imaginary;
"the substantial world"
"a mere dream, neither substantial nor practical"
"most ponderous and substantial things"- Shakespeare
4. providing abundant nourishment;
"a hearty meal"
"good solid food"
"ate a substantial breakfast"
5. of good quality and condition; solidly built;
"a solid foundation"
"several substantial timber buildings"