SUBSTANTIVE

substantive

Noun

  1. A word that names or refers to a person, place, thing, or idea. Nouns and personal pronouns are always substantives by nature.

Adjective

  1. Of the essence or essential element of a thing; as, "substantive information".
  2. Having substance; enduring; solid; firm; substantial.
  3. Applying to essential legal principles and rules of right; as, "substantive law".
  4. Of a dye that does not need the use of a mordant to be made fast to that which is being dyed.
  5. Depending on itself; independent.


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