单词 | substantive |
释义 | Word Frequency substantive(ˈsʌbstəntɪv) noun 1. grammar a noun or pronoun used in place of a noun adjective Abbreviation: s, sb, subst2. of, relating to, containing, or being the essential element of a thing 3. having independent function, resources, or existence 4. of substantial quantity 5. solid in foundation or basis 6. grammar denoting, relating to, or standing in place of a noun 7. (səbˈstæntɪv) relating to the essential legal principles administered by the courts, as opposed to practice and procedure Compare adjective (sense 3)8. (səbˈstæntɪv) (of a dye or colour) staining the material directly without use of a mordant Derived forms substantival (ˌsʌbstənˈtaɪvəl) adjective substantivally (ˌsubstanˈtivally) adverb substantively (ˈsubstantively) adverb substantiveness (ˈsubstantiveness) noun Word origin C15: from Late Latin substantīvus, from Latin substāre to stand beneath; see substance |
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