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Insubstantial vs Spectral - What's the difference?

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As adjectives the difference between insubstantial and spectral

is that insubstantial is lacking substance; not real or strong while spectral is having the appearance of a spectre; ghostly.

insubstantial

English

Adjective

(en adjective)
  • Lacking substance; not real or strong.
    • The bridge was insubstantial and would not safely carry a car.

    Synonyms

    * unsubstantial (archaic)

    Antonyms

    * substantial

    spectral

    English

    Adjective

    (en adjective)
  • Having the appearance of a spectre; ghostly.
    • The spectral chain-rattling and moans gave me the chills.
    A spectral spirit returns from its grave to haunt the house.
  • Of, or pertaining to, spectres.
  • Of, or pertaining to, spectra.

    • Derived terms

    * hyperspectral * (l)

    Anagrams

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