counterfactual

Phonetic Respelling: [ koun-ter-fak-choo-uhl ]

Definition:

adj. contrary to the facts of an event or situation; n. a conditional statement the first clause of which expresses something contrary to fact

Sentence:

The counterfactual question asked generally anticipates the desired answer.

More example sentences:

The counterfactual question asked generally anticipates the desired answer.

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Synonyms:

contrary to fact; conditional; against the facts

Antonyms:

unconditional; unconditioned