unsubstantiality

noun

Definition of unsubstantialitynext
as in unsoundness

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  1. unsoundness
  2. instability
  3. insecurity
Noun
  • Based on Alaïa Jade’s public reputation and the structural unsoundness of the bell tower, Smullen thinks an accidental death is likely.
    — Sophie Brookover, Vulture, 21 Nov. 2025
  • In looking back at the history of Emtech, the colt who suffered a catastrophic breakdown in Saturday’s eighth race, it was discovered that he was once placed on the Veterinarian’s List because of unsoundness.
    — John Cherwa, Los Angeles Times, 30 Sep. 2019
Definition of unsoundness
Noun
  • Chinese authorities have long seen the deaths of popular former leaders as a potential trigger for a surge of public emotion and an occasional catalyst for instability when remembrance of the dead turns into criticism of those in power.
    — Reuters, NBC news, 18 Aug. 2026
  • Said another way, Meta’s social media are an instigator of the community and living that are enemies of depression and mental instability.
    — John Tamny, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of instability
Noun
  • Never let these doubts or fear or insecurity impact your behaviour or your belief.
    — Andy Naylor, New York Times, 19 Aug. 2026
  • The mercurial nature of Sherman’s coverage can inspire insecurity in her subjects.
    — Aidan McLaughlin, Vanity Fair, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of insecurity
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“Unsubstantiality.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unsubstantiality. Accessed 20 Aug. 2026.

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