substantive
/ˈsʌbstəntɪv/ adjective C1- Of the essence or essential element of a thing. · substantive information
- Constituting the substance of content rather than its style, and thus always nontrivial. · Substantive editing is never trivial, whereas some aspects of copyediting are trivial.· substantive changes made by the lawyers
- Having substance; enduring; solid; firm; substantial.
- Applying to essential legal principles and rules of right. · substantive law
- Not needing the use of a mordant to be made fast to that which is being dyed.
- Depending on itself; independent.
- Of or pertaining to a substantive.
- Actually and legally held, as distinct from an acting, temporary or honorary rank or appointment.
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