Meanings
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1
adv
By a large amount; to a great degree.
Prices have risen substantially over the past year.
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2
adv
In essence; for the most part.
The two reports are substantially the same.
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3
adv
In a strong, solid way.
The old house was substantially built.
Thesaurus
Synonyms
2
adv
· in essence; for the most part.
essentially
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fundamentally
Etymology
From substantial + -ly.