fact
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noun \ˈfakt\Definition of FACT
2
archaic : performance, doing
3
: the quality of being actual : actuality <a question of fact hinges on evidence>
4
a : something that has actual existence <space exploration is now a fact> b : an actual occurrence <prove the fact of damage>
5
: a piece of information presented as having objective reality
— in fact
: in truth
See Examples of FACT
- Rapid electronic communication is now a fact.
- The book is filled with interesting facts and figures.
- He did it, and that's a fact.
Origin of FACT
Latin factum, from neuter of factus, past participle of facere
First Known Use: 15th century
Related to FACT
- Synonyms
- actuality, factuality, materiality, reality
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