How to Pronounce "substantiated"
word
səbˈstænʃiˌeɪtɪd/, /səbˈstæntʃiˌeɪtɪd
sub-STAN-shee-ay-tid
səbstˈænʃɪˌeɪtɪd
sub-STAN-shi-ay-tid
Definition
If something is substantiated, it means it has been proven true or supported by evidence or facts.
IPA Transcription
American English
səbˈstænʃiˌeɪtɪd/, /səbˈstæntʃiˌeɪtɪd
British English
səbstˈænʃɪˌeɪtɪd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
sub-STAN-shee-ay-tid
UK
sub-STAN-shi-ay-tid
Listen in Context
The rumors were not substantiated by any facts.
Her claims were substantiated after the investigation.
The evidence was substantiated by two scientists.
None of the accusations were ever substantiated in court.