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
  • That election, in Bill Clinton's first term, highlighted deep societal fissures and economic instability.
    — Michael Santoli, CNBC, 10 Nov. 2026
  • That could change where people can grow food, leading to mass migration and even political instability.
    — David Yeomans, CBS News, 9 Nov. 2026
Definition of instability
Noun
  • Many Peruvians are also battered by rising insecurity and the increasing cost of food.
    — Luis Andres Henao, Chicago Tribune, 11 Nov. 2026
  • The internal Teammate Success Coaching Program supports employees facing personal challenges such as housing insecurity, transportation barriers, or childcare shortages.
    — Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 11 Nov. 2026
Definition of insecurity
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“Unsubstantiality.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unsubstantiality. Accessed 12 Nov. 2026.

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