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Insubstantial vs Unsound - What's the difference?

insubstantial | unsound | Synonyms |

Insubstantial is a synonym of unsound.


As adjectives the difference between insubstantial and unsound

is that insubstantial is lacking substance; not real or strong while unsound is not sound; not whole; not solid; defective; infirm; diseased.

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

    unsound

    English

    Adjective

    (en-adj)
  • Not sound; not whole; not solid; defective; infirm; diseased.
  • In horse management an unsound horse is one suffering ill-health that affects its suitability for its intended work.
  • *

    • Antonyms

    * sound