Substances: meaning, definitions and examples
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substances
[ ˈsʌbstənsɪz ]
chemical compounds
Substances are defined as any material with a definite chemical composition. They can be classified into elements, compounds, and mixtures. Substances can undergo physical and chemical changes.
Synonyms
compounds, elements, materials
Examples of usage
- The laboratory is studying the properties of different substances.
- Water is a common substance found on Earth.
drugs or medications
Substances can also refer to drugs or medications used for therapeutic purposes. They can be natural or synthetic compounds that affect the body in various ways.
Synonyms
drugs, medications, pharmaceuticals
Examples of usage
- The athlete was banned from competition for using illegal substances.
- Doctors prescribe different substances to treat various medical conditions.
Translations
Translations of the word "substances" in other languages:
🇵🇹 substâncias
🇮🇳 पदार्थ
🇩🇪 Substanzen
🇮🇩 zat
🇺🇦 речовини
🇵🇱 substancje
🇯🇵 物質
🇫🇷 substances
🇪🇸 sustancias
🇹🇷 maddeler
🇰🇷 물질
🇸🇦 مواد
🇨🇿 látky
🇸🇰 látky
🇨🇳 物质
🇸🇮 snovi
🇮🇸 efni
🇰🇿 заттар
🇬🇪 ნივთიერებები
🇦🇿 maddələr
🇲🇽 sustancias
Word origin
The word 'substances' originated from the Latin word 'substantia', meaning 'essential nature'. It has been used in English since the 14th century to refer to material of a particular kind. Over time, its usage expanded to include chemical compounds and medications.
See also: substantial, substantiality, substantially, unsubstantial.