factual

Based on reality

Factual means based on or concerned with facts rather than interpretation or opinion: a factual account of the events, factual errors in the report.

Something factual is verifiable and accurate.

The word often contrasts with fictional, speculative, or emotional: Let's stick to the factual details.

accurate

correct

Free from error

right · reliable · trustworthy · valid · definitive · authoritative · rigorous · meticulous · careful · scrupulous

empirical

evidence-based

Supported by verified data

observational · experimental · measurable · quantifiable · testable · verifiable · reproducible · peer-reviewed · methodical · systematic

verified

documented

Preserved in official records

established · corroborated · authenticated · validated · certified · attested · recorded · evidenced · demonstrated · supported

objective

impartial

Showing no preference

detached · impersonal · nonpartisan · balanced · fair · even-handed · unprejudiced · unemotional · dry · clinical

undeniable

indisputable

Impossible to contest

conclusive · undeniable · certain · definite · absolute · incontestable · unarguable · airtight · watertight · bulletproof

Categories
Opposites
truth and accuracy

factualfalse

Not matching reality

incorrect · untrue · erroneous · wrong · inaccurate

real vs. imagined origin

factualfictional

Not real, invented

fictitious · imaginary · invented · made-up · imagined

epistemic status

factualspeculative

Based on conjecture

conjectural · theoretical · hypothetical · unverified · unsubstantiated

Phrases
Family

factually, factuality, nonfactual, factualness, counterfactual, post-factual

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Abstract · Everyday, not technical · Rated G