substantive meaning and definition

SUBSTANTIVE noun

Definition of substantive (noun)

1. any word or group of words functioning as a noun

SUBSTANTIVE adjective

Definition of substantive (adjective)

1. having a firm basis in reality and being therefore important, meaningful, or considerable
   • "substantial equivalents"
   • synonyms: substantial
2. defining rights and duties as opposed to giving the rules by which rights and duties are established
   • "substantive law"
   • synonyms: essential
   • antonym: adjective
3. being on topic and prompting thought
   • "a meaty discussion"
   • synonyms: meaty