unsubstantial

[ˌʌnsəbˈstænʃl]

unsubstantial Definition

• 1. lacking material substance; not real or tangible
• 2. insubstantial in quality, worth, or importance

Using unsubstantial: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "unsubstantial" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The evidence against him was unsubstantial and circumstantial.

• Example

  The argument was based on unsubstantial claims and assumptions.

• Example

  The company's financial situation is looking increasingly unsubstantial.

unsubstantial Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for unsubstantial

• flimsy
• weak
• frail
• inadequate
• insubstantial

Antonyms for unsubstantial

• substantial
• solid
• strong

Phrases with unsubstantial

• unsubstantial meal

  a meal that is not filling or satisfying

  Example

  I had an unsubstantial meal of salad and soup for lunch.

• unsubstantial evidence

  evidence that is not strong enough to support a claim or accusation

  Example

  The prosecution's case relied on unsubstantial evidence and was dismissed by the judge.

• unsubstantial rumors

  rumors that are not based on fact or evidence

  Example

  The media was spreading unsubstantial rumors about the celebrity couple's breakup.

Origins of unsubstantial

from un- 'not' + substantial 'having substance'

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Summary: unsubstantial in Brief

The term 'unsubstantial' [ˌʌnsəbˈstænʃl] refers to something that lacks material substance or is insubstantial in quality, worth, or importance. It can be used to describe weak arguments, flimsy evidence, or inadequate meals. 'Unsubstantial' is the opposite of 'substantial' and 'solid,' and is often used in formal contexts.