Substance

That which underlies all outward manifestations; substratum; the permanent subject or cause of phenomena, whether material or spiritual; that in which properties inhere; that which is real, in distinction from that which is apparent; the abiding part of any existence, in distinction from any accident; that which constitutes anything what it is; real or existing essence.

The most important element in any existence; the characteristic and essential components of anything; the main part; essential import; purport.

Body; matter; material of which a thing is made; hence, substantiality; solidity; firmness; as, the substance of which a garment is made; some textile fabrics have little substance.

Material possessions; estate; property; resources.

Same as Hypostasis, 2.

To furnish or endow with substance; to supply property to; to make rich.

the idea that is intended; "What is the meaning of this proverb?"

the choicest or most essential or most vital part of some idea or experience; "the gist of the prosecutor's argument"; "the heart and soul of the Republican Party"; "the nub of the story"

content communicating a message; what something is about

considerable capital (wealth or income); "he is a man of means"