factors

[fak-terz] / ˈfæk tərz /

NOUN

determinant

Synonyms

STRONGEST

aspect cause circumstance component consideration element influence ingredient part point thing

STRONG

agency agent aid antecedent board constituent instrument instrumentality item means portion

WEAK

fixin's makin's part and parcel

Antonyms

STRONGEST

whole

Example Sentences

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Researchers believe this may be because factors such as calorie reduction have a stronger effect on short-term weight loss.

From Science Daily • May 11, 2026

Repositioning of tankers and a return to normal operations for idled plants were among the factors Nasser cited for the delay.

From MarketWatch • May 11, 2026

But they also reveal what factors a country prioritizes to attract entertainment productions.

From Los Angeles Times • May 11, 2026

Provincial health official Juan Petrina said there was an "almost zero chance" the Dutch man linked to the outbreak contracted the disease in Ushuaia based on the virus's incubation period, among other factors.

From Barron's • May 10, 2026

However, there are many factors that go into our decisions concerning nuisance animals.

From "Wayward Creatures" by Dayna Lorentz