Synonyms for

Fact

Verb / fækt / Another word for fact — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A fact is something that is known to be true.

Synonyms & similar words

reality truth certainty actuality verity case detail element evidence factor information item point proof specific statistic subject substantiation data phenomenon

Synonyms by register

Formal

verity truth certainty reality

Informal

the real deal the lowdown what's up the scoop

Literary

troth verisimilitude

Antonyms

fiction fallacy untruth lie myth fabrication falsehood

Common collocations

  • a matter of fact
  • as a matter of fact
  • the fact of the matter
  • face the facts
  • prove the fact
  • establish the fact
  • a simple fact

Word family

noun fact
adjective factual
adverb factually

Usage note

While 'fact' generally refers to something that is true and can be proven, it's often used in contrast to opinion or speculation. Be careful not to confuse it with 'factor', which means an element or cause.

Example sentences

  1. The fact that dogs are loyal animals is well-known.
  2. It is a fact that the earth revolves around the sun.
  3. The fact that she won the race surprised everyone.
  4. The fact that he lied about his age made me question his honesty.
  5. One fact about elephants is that they have very good memory.

Quotes

  • Facts are stubborn things.
  • Without facts, the decision-making process becomes difficult.
  • Facts do not cease to exist because they are ignored.

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