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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factors

"There are many unstable and uncertain external factors, and the domestic contradiction of strong supply and weak demand is prominent. The foundation for the economy to improve still needs to be consolidated," it added.

From Barron's ● Jul. 15, 2026

Researchers believe several factors could explain these differences.

From Science Daily ● Jul. 14, 2026

Bets on long-duration bonds are also a wager on big macro factors, such as whether the U.S. fiscal house stays in relative order.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 14, 2026

This should be an ongoing conversation about all factors impacting your investment goals.

From MarketWatch ● Jul. 14, 2026

All those extra factors certainly matter in the long term.

From "Blink" by Malcolm Gladwell