As a busy employee, Phil is tired of attending monthly meetings that are not substantive to his work.

Why should I take the herb when there is no substantive proof it will ease my pain?

If substantive changes are made to the company health plan, many employees will seek healthcare options outside of work.

The divorce proceedings will not end until Ted and Ann come to terms on the substantive matter of child support.

At next week’s meeting, the city council will vote on a substantive issue affecting the entire town.