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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The Corsair was used for the mission because of "proximity and capability factors", Centcom spokesman Captain Tim Hawkins said following the rescue.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

In many cases, it can be a sound strategy, but the right choice depends on several personal factors.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026

Fidelity will allocate that money between New York Life and Nationwide, based on factors including pricing, said Dierdorf.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

Now, federal officials will investigate possible violations and factors that could have contributed to the incident.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

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

From "Wayward Creatures" by Dayna Lorentz