counterfactual
(coun-ter-fac-tu-al)
5 syllables
Definition
adjective. contrary to the facts of an event or situation;
noun. a conditional statement the first clause of which expresses something contrary to fact
noun. a conditional statement the first clause of which expresses something contrary to fact
Example Sentence
The counterfactual question asked generally anticipates the desired answer.
Synonyms
contrary to fact; conditional; against the facts
Antonyms
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counterfactual
