substantiates

verb

Definition of substantiatesnext
present tense third-person singular of substantiate
1
as in proves
to gain full recognition or acceptance of substantiated his claim to local mountaineering fame with a photo of himself on the summit of Mount McKinley

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2
as in confirms
to give evidence or testimony to the truth or factualness of Mr. MacGregor couldn't substantiate that it was Peter, and not some other rabbit, in the cabbage patch

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as in embodies
to represent in visible form the artist's intense feelings are substantiated by his paintings' bold colors and broad brush strokes

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as in establishes
to show the existence or truth of by evidence substantiate the need for a tuition increase with some concrete figures

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as in reinforces
to provide evidence or information for (as a claim or idea) Darwin spent the rest of his life gathering evidence to substantiate his theory of the origin of species

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for substantiates
  1. proves
  2. confirms
  3. embodies
  4. establishes
  5. reinforces
  6. demonstrates
  7. verifies
  8. shows
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  • These isolated incidents further proves how self-advocacy is increasingly becoming embraced in hip-hop.
    Sughnen Yongo, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
  • This proves Rocket Homes is committed to empowering homebuyers to make the best decisions for their unique needs.
    JC Reindl, Detroit Free Press, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of proves
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  • Peter Yarrow, the singer-songwriter, activist and founding member of the folk group Peter, Paul and Mary, died Tuesday, his representative confirms.
    Anika Reed, USA TODAY, 8 Jan. 2025
  • Other research confirms this, assigning sleep a pivotal role.
    Lieke ten Brummelhuis, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
Definition of confirms
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  • Highlighting their innovative spirit and adaptability, this global initiative features five creatives whose work embodies the fusion of art, function, and technology, and staying on task with MOFT accessories.
    Cassell Ferere, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Known for her collaborations with Jason Wu and Eileen Fisher, Piazza embodies the ethos of thoughtful creation.
    Cassell Ferere, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of embodies
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  • Moore signed the order, which establishes multiple initiatives seeking to make the state more friendly to business development, at a Friday ceremony in downtown Frederick, against the backdrop of an ongoing hotel and conference center project.
    Dan Belson, Baltimore Sun, 23 Dec. 2024
  • Society establishes a tax that if AI does the right thing, it is taxed lightly.
    Lance Eliot, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of establishes
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  • Covering such varied stories reinforces the importance of empathy and understanding in storytelling.
    Austin American-Statesman, Austin American-Statesman, 23 Dec. 2024
  • This approach ensures that the podcast reinforces the company's core values and mission in a way that resonates with employees.
    Fatima Zaidi, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
Definition of reinforces
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  • This series demonstrates how national access to functional plumbing infrastructure is complicated by bureaucracy and climate change.
    Marnie Shure, The Atlantic, 24 Dec. 2024
  • His strategy of maintaining strict boundaries around brand partnerships demonstrates the importance of exclusivity and authenticity in creator collaborations.
    Ian Shepherd, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of demonstrates
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  • Another disclosure verifies the borrower’s identity.
    Joshua Stein, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
  • California generally verifies the identities of mail voters through their signatures.
    Laura J. Nelson, Los Angeles Times, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of verifies
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  • But the study shows luck can be a major factor, too, says Zipple.
    Jonathan Lambert, NPR, 8 Jan. 2025
  • The bow itself shows no signs of slowing down for 2025, especially not with high-profile stars like Fanning and Demi Moore wearing them to awards shows.
    Kara Nesvig, Allure, 8 Jan. 2025
Definition of shows
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