Definitions and Examples of larger, greater, more substantial
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Of considerable or relatively great size, extent, or capacity.
Example
The new house was larger than their previous one and had more rooms.
Of an extent, amount, or intensity considerably above average.
Example
She had a greater interest in science than in art.
Of considerable importance, size, or worth.
Example
The company's profits were more substantial this year than last year.
Key Differences: larger vs greater vs more substantial
- 1Larger refers to physical size or dimensions, while greater refers to quantity, degree, or intensity.
- 2More substantial refers to importance, worth, or value, rather than size or quantity.
Effective Usage of larger, greater, more substantial
- 1Comparing Objects: Use larger to compare the size of two or more objects.
- 2Comparing Amounts: Use greater to compare the amount or intensity of two or more things.
- 3Emphasizing Importance: Use more substantial to emphasize the importance or value of something.
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Remember this!
The antonyms of tinier are larger, greater, and more substantial. Use larger to compare physical size, greater to compare quantity or intensity, and more substantial to emphasize importance or value.
