substantiate

(verb)

verb

1. establish or strengthen as with new evidence or facts

Similar word(s): affirm, confirm, corroborate, support, sustain

Definition categories: cognition

2. represent in bodily form

- The painting substantiates the feelings of the artist

Similar word(s): embody, incarnate

Definition categories: stative, be

3. make real or concrete; give reality or substance to

- our ideas must be substantiated into actions

Similar word(s): actualise, actualize, realise, realize

Definition categories: creation, create, make

4. solidify, firm, or strengthen

- The president's trip will substantiate good relations with the former enemy country

Definition categories: change, fortify, strengthen