What does “factor” mean?
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nounone of the things that cause or influence a result
Price is an important factor when choosing a phone.
Factor at a glance
- Part of speech
- noun
- CEFR level
- B2 (upper intermediate)
- Pronunciation
- /ˈfæktər/ · FAK-ter
How to use “factor” correctly
“Factor in” is a phrasal verb meaning to include something when you plan: “Factor in the cost of gas.”
Common phrases with “factor”
- a key factor
- risk factor
- factor in
- a major factor
Synonyms, opposites and related words
Synonyms (similar meaning)
- element
- cause
- influence
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