Definition of 'substance'
Noun
- that which has mass and occupies space; "an atom is the smallest indivisible unit of matter"
Synonyms: matter - the stuff of which an object consists
- the choicest or most essential or most vital part of some idea or experience; "the gist of the prosecutor's argument"; "the heart and soul of the Republican Party"; "the nub of the story"
Synonyms: kernel core center essence gist heart heart and soul inwardness marrow meat nub pith sum nitty-gritty - the idea that is intended; "What is the meaning of this proverb?"
Synonyms: meaning - considerable capital (wealth or income); "he is a man of means"
Synonyms: means - what a communication that is about something is about
Synonyms: message content subject matter
