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De facto

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De facto

/ˌdeɪˈfæktoʊ/

Tone: "De facto" carries a formal or technical register. It suits professional, academic, or legal writing; in casual conversation, a simpler synonym will usually feel more natural.

Usage: "De facto" functions as both a adverb and a adjective, so context is key — make sure the surrounding sentence makes the intended meaning clear. Its core sense is: existing in fact whether with lawful authority or not.

Antonyms for "de facto" (2 found)

Adjective(1 words)

de jure

Noun(1 words)

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