INSUBSTANTIAL

insubstantial, unsubstantial, unreal

(adjective) lacking material form or substance; unreal; “as insubstantial as a dream”; “an insubstantial mirage on the horizon”

flimsy, insubstantial

(adjective) lacking solidity or strength; “a flimsy table”; “flimsy construction”; “vinyl siding has become the standard-bearer for cheap, insubstantial construction”

insubstantial

(adjective) lacking in nutritive value; “an insubstantial and unsatisfying meal”

Source: WordNet® 3.1

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Etymology

Adjective

insubstantial (comparative more insubstantial, superlative most insubstantial)

Lacking substance; not real or strong.

Synonyms

• unsubstantial (archaic); See also insubstantial

Antonyms

• substantial; See also substantial

Source: Wiktionary

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In`sub*stan"tial, a.

Definition: Unsubstantial; not real or strong. "Insubstantial pageant." [R.] Shak.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition

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