Substance describes some material or item with a particular texture or an intoxicating drink or drug.
(noun)
- An example of substance is something that feels like silk.
- An example of a substance is alcohol.
Substance describes something based in fact or supported by logic. It also describes something or someone who has merit or worth.
(noun)
- An example of substance is when an argument makes sense and has facts to back it up.
- Substance is a person who is smart and interested in the world.