substantially
adverb
UK/səbˈstæn.ʃᵊl.i/
US/səbˈstæn.ʃᵊl.i/
Definitions of substantially adverb
degree
- C1
to a considerable extent or degree
The results of this study substantially confirmed our hypothesis.
The policy has substantially improved the quality of life for residents in the community.
The new software substantially increased the efficiency of data processing.
general
in a general or basic way
The two proposals are substantially the same, with only minor differences in the details.
The operational models of the two companies are substantially consistent.
Although there are some changes, the contents of this report are substantially the same as the one submitted last time.