GRE Word List

SUBSTANTIVE

having substance : involving matters of major or practical importance to all concerned

The meaning of the word substantive is having substance : involving matters of major or practical importance to all concerned.

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onerousinvolving, imposing, or constituting a burden : troublesome
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hermitagethe habitation of a hermit
fervorintensity of feeling or expression
collateralproperty (such as securities) pledged by a borrower to protect the interests of the lender
vapidlacking flavor, zest, interest, animation, or spirit : flat
compactpredominantly formed or filled : composed
virtuosoone who excels in the technique of an art
depositiona testifying especially before a court
ulteriorgoing beyond what is openly said or shown and especially what is proper