1. Verb
To make to exist; to make real.
2. Verb
To establish the existence or truth of by proof or competent evidence; to verify; as, to substantiate a charge or allegation; to substantiate a declaration.
3. Verb
To prove or strengthen a claim with evidence.
To support a claim with sufficient evidence or reasoning.
“The author must substantiate the conclusion.”
4. Verb
To back up a claim with proof or strong evidence.
To support a claim with adequate evidence or reasoning. Often used when assessing whether a claim has sufficient support.
“The available records do not substantiate the allegation.”
Often used when assessing whether a claim has sufficient support
5. Verb
establish or strengthen as with new evidence or facts; "his story confirmed my doubts"; "The evidence supports the defendant"
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