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unsubstantial

Main Entry:: un·sub·stan·tial
Pronunciation:: \ˌən-səb-ˈstan(t)-shəl\
Function:: adjective
Date:: 15th century

: not substantial : lacking substance, firmness, or strength <unsubstantial shadows>

— un·sub·stan·ti·al·i·ty

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\-ˌstan(t)-shē-ˈa-lə-tē\ noun

— un·sub·stan·tial·ly

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\ˌən-səb-ˈstan(t)-sh(ə-)lē\ adverb

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