Definition of "substantial"

Having a substance; actually existing.  examples

Not imaginary; real; actual; true; veritable.  quotations  examples

Corporeal; material; firm.  examples

Having good substance; strong; stout; solid; firm.  examples

Possessed of goods or an estate; moderately wealthy.  examples

Large in size, quantity, or value; ample; significant.  examples

Most important; essential.  examples

Satisfying; having sufficient substance to be nourishing or filling.  examples

Anything having substance; an essential part.  examples