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  • Super-substantivalism proposes that physical properties are intrinsic to spacetime.
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  • A recent argument favored super-substantivalism using General Relativity.

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  • To critically re-evaluate the argument for super-substantivalism.
  • To distinguish between fundamentality and ontological dependence.
  • To propose a refined argument applicable to classical physics.

Main Methods:

  • Metaphysical analysis of super-substantivalism's core tenets.
  • Critique of existing arguments based on General Relativity.
  • Conceptual re-formulation of the argument for broader applicability.

Main Results:

  • The critique clarifies the distinct concepts of fundamentality and ontological dependence.
  • Super-substantivalism's assertions are viewed with greater metaphysical clarity.
  • A re-formulated argument is proposed, extending beyond General Relativity.

Conclusions:

  • The paper offers a more perspicuous understanding of super-substantivalism.
  • The refined argument aligns with standard interpretations in the philosophy of physics.
  • Super-substantivalism's metaphysical claims are better defined and defended.