• more Thesaurus
  • Definition
    • substance :the real physical matter of which a person or thing consists
      • DNA is the substance of our genes

    • substance :the choicest or most essential or most vital part of some idea or experience
      • the gist of the prosecutor's argument|the heart and soul of the Republican Party|the nub of the story

    • substance :the idea that is intended
      • What is the meaning of this proverb?

    • substance :material of a particular kind or constitution
      • the immune response recognizes invading substances

    • substance :considerable capital (wealth or income)
      • he is a man of means

    • substance :the property of holding together and retaining its shape
      • wool has more body than rayon|when the dough has enough consistency it is ready to bake

    • substance :a particular kind or species of matter with uniform properties
      • shigella is one of the most toxic substances known to man

    • substance :what a communication that is about something is about

      • {{t.term}} - {{t.type}}
    • Derivative