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In fact

//ɪnˈfækt// prep_phrase

Definitions

Adverb
  1. 1
    in reality or actuality wordnet
Prep_phrase
  1. 1
    Resulting from the actions of parties.
  2. 2
    Actually; in truth; de facto. modal

    "People think he's rich, but in fact he's nearly penniless."

  3. 3
    Moreover.

    "I don't have the time or patience to deal with him. In fact, I barely even have time for being here at all."

Etymology

From fact (“deed, action”) (now obsolete, except in law). Perhaps ultimately a calque of French en fait.

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