Definitions
- Describing a large amount or size of something. - Referring to an attractive or pleasing appearance. - Talking about a considerable or impressive degree of something.
- Describing a significant or considerable amount of something. - Referring to a material or physical object that is large or sturdy. - Talking about an important or meaningful contribution or impact.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe a large or significant amount or size of something.
- 2Both can be used to describe physical objects or quantities.
- 3Both convey a sense of importance or significance.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Goodly is less common and more informal than substantial.
- 2Degree: Substantial implies a greater degree of importance or significance than goodly.
- 3Physicality: Substantial is often used to describe physical objects or materials, while goodly can refer to both physical and non-physical quantities.
- 4Connotation: Goodly has a positive connotation of attractiveness or pleasing appearance, while substantial is neutral and can have positive or negative connotations depending on the context.
- 5Formality: Substantial is more formal than goodly and is often used in professional or academic contexts.
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Remember this!
Goodly and substantial are synonyms that both describe a large or significant amount or size of something. However, substantial is more commonly used and has a stronger connotation of importance or significance. Goodly is less formal and can also describe an attractive appearance or pleasing quantity.
