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Facts

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

Definition

Facts are pieces of information that can be proven to be true.

Synonyms & similar words

fact truth reality evidence proof data information details statistics figures details knowledge certainty veracity accuracy validity authenticity certitude gospel verity reliability

Synonyms by register

Formal

verities truths realities certainties

Informal

stuff things the lowdown the scoop

Literary

realities truths certainties

Antonyms

fiction lies untruths fabrications falsehoods myth fantasy

Common collocations

  • hard facts
  • cold facts
  • basic facts
  • key facts
  • the facts of life
  • get the facts
  • state the facts
  • face the facts

Word family

noun fact
verb fact
adjective factual
adverb factually

Usage note

While 'facts' generally refers to objective truths, it can sometimes be used informally to mean 'things' or 'stuff'. Be mindful of context to avoid ambiguity.

Example sentences

  1. The facts don't lie.
  2. The teacher asked us to present facts to support our argument.
  3. It's important to check the facts before making a decision.
  4. Scientists use facts to prove their theories.
  5. The detective gathered all the facts before making an arrest.

Quotes

  • Facts are stubborn things; and whatever may be our wishes, our inclinations, or the dictates of our passion, they cannot alter the state of facts and evidence. - John Adams
  • Facts do not cease to exist because they are ignored. - Aldous Huxley
  • Facts are the enemy of truth. - Don Quixote

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