Synonyms for substantive

Noun

1. substantive, word

usage: a noun or a pronoun that is used in place of a noun

Adjective

1. substantial, substantive, in essence, essential (vs. inessential)

usage: being the essence or essential element of a thing; "substantial equivalents"; "substantive information"

2. substantive (vs. adjective), essential

usage: applying to essential legal principles and rules of right; "substantive law"

3. meaty, substantive, meaningful (vs. meaningless)

usage: having substance and prompting thought; "a meaty discussion"