WorldAugust 17, 2026

substantiating

sub-STAN-shee-ay-ting

Definition

Providing evidence to support the truth or validity of a claim or estimate.

Etymology

Derived from the Latin word 'substantia', meaning essence or substance. It entered English via Middle French in the 16th century to mean giving solid evidence to something.

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The judge ruled against the businesses because they failed to provide documentary evidence substantiating their financial claims of bankruptcy. This failure prevented them from proving the irreparable harm needed to block the new law.

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