Fact
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /fækt/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Fact is a noun meaning Something actual as opposed to invented.
Meaning
Something actual as opposed to invented.
More Meanings
- Something which is real.
- Something concrete used as a basis for further interpretation.
- An objective consensus on a fundamental reality that has been agreed upon by a substantial number of experts.
- Information about a particular subject, especially actual conditions and/or circumstances.
- (databases) An individual value or measurement at the lowest level of granularity in a data warehouse.
- (law, obsolete except in set phrases) A wrongful or criminal deed.
- (archaic) Action; the realm of action.
Example Sentences
facts and figures
establish the facts
The report is based on verified facts.
Let’s stick to the facts, not opinions.
Word Forms
- facts
Antonyms for fact
Common opposites include opinion.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include reality, really, factual, actuality, factually, true.
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