How to Pronounce "substantive"
word
ˈsəbstəntɪv
SUB-stuhn-tiv
səbstˈæntɪv
sub-STAN-tiv
Definition
'Substantive' can refer to a noun (grammar), or describe something important, real, or meaningful, especially in a formal context.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsəbstəntɪv
British English
səbstˈæntɪv
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SUB-stuhn-tiv
UK
sub-STAN-tiv
Listen in Context
A substantive is another word for noun in grammar.
The committee made a substantive decision that will affect everyone.
We need more substantive evidence to prove her innocence.
His argument sounded convincing, but it lacked substantive facts.