1
as in factual
restricted to or based on fact
a matter-of-fact recitation of the events of the last week
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in pragmatic
willing to see things as they really are and deal with them sensibly
a matter-of-fact woman who didn't worry about "what ifs"
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Examples Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of matter-of-fact
As is their dynamic, Tang is more matter-of-fact, ever mindful of the human dynamics.
—
Jennifer Hope Choi, Bon Appétit, 13 Dec. 2024
But Bernard never imagined that his matter-of-fact LinkedIn post about it would catch the eye of a recruiting guy in Wisconsin, whose TikTok video on the situation would go viral.
—Elissa Robinson, Detroit Free Press, 12 Dec. 2024
Yet Hyde, who grew up in Idaho and Oregon, is matter-of-fact about his accomplishments.
—Debra Utacia Krol, USA TODAY, 29 Nov. 2024
His tone was very matter-of-fact when addressing the media following the Philadelphia 76ers’ 117-111 loss to the Grizzlies on Wednesday night.
—Tony Jones, The Athletic, 21 Nov. 2024
See all Example Sentences for matter-of-fact 
Jennifer Hope Choi, Bon Appétit, 13 Dec. 2024
But Bernard never imagined that his matter-of-fact LinkedIn post about it would catch the eye of a recruiting guy in Wisconsin, whose TikTok video on the situation would go viral.
—Elissa Robinson, Detroit Free Press, 12 Dec. 2024
Yet Hyde, who grew up in Idaho and Oregon, is matter-of-fact about his accomplishments.
—Debra Utacia Krol, USA TODAY, 29 Nov. 2024
His tone was very matter-of-fact when addressing the media following the Philadelphia 76ers’ 117-111 loss to the Grizzlies on Wednesday night.
—Tony Jones, The Athletic, 21 Nov. 2024
See all Example Sentences for matter-of-fact
Recent Examples of Synonyms for matter-of-fact
Adjective
-
Yi had communicated with the baby’s mother the day before and on the same day that the infant ingested a deadly amount of the drug, according to a factual proffer in the case, the facts agreed on by the defense and prosecutors.—
Angie DiMichele,
Sun Sentinel,
17 Jan. 2025
-
The New York Times defended its reporting, stating it was based on thousands of original documents and adhered to journalistic standards, with no factual errors identified by Baldoni or his team.—
Michael Gfoeller And David H. Rundell,
Newsweek,
16 Jan. 2025
Adjective
-
After late goals and comebacks carried them to the 2018-19 crown, the 2020-21 season came with a more pragmatic approach.—
Beren Cross,
The Athletic,
22 Jan. 2025
-
In a notable contrast to the quiet reign of predecessor Greg Barclay, a pragmatic New Zealander who flew under the radar, Shah relishes being front and center.—
Tristan Lavalette,
Forbes,
22 Jan. 2025
Adjective
-
While that was up 16.2% from a year earlier, the inventory remained well below the annual historical average of about 1.98 million, according to data going back to 1999.—
ALEX VEIGA THE ASSOCIATED PRESS,
arkansasonline.com,
25 Jan. 2025
-
To go from historical epics like Braveheart to this feels kind of sad.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes,
24 Jan. 2025
Adjective
-
Following the previous tip, start the meeting by reminding everyone about the agenda and expectations—with the latter establishing the realistic aim of achieving a specific outcome.—
Dr. Eric George,
Forbes,
22 Jan. 2025
-
To have reactions be realistic when a gun's going off right here [hand motions by his head].—
Stacy Lambe,
People.com,
22 Jan. 2025
Adjective
-
His 2018 feature debut, the Vietnam War drama Point Man, was a literal dive into the deep end of the cinematic pool.—
Josh Weiss,
Forbes,
17 Jan. 2025
-
But the recent period of contraction in metaphoric Hollywood is almost ready to be re-labeled an outright existential decline in the literal one.—
Alison Foreman,
IndieWire,
17 Jan. 2025
Adjective
-
The Guardian Australia reported that his role had been significantly reduced in scope following the appointment of new ABC Chair Kim Williams, who removed his radio and digital responsibilities and reportedly has different ideas about documentary output.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
23 Jan. 2025
-
The series is slated on NBC for Sunday at 9 p.m. ET out of documentary series The Americas (and into Grosse Pointe Garden Society, another newbie drama).—
Marc Berman,
Forbes,
20 Jan. 2025
Adjective
-
And of course, some parents who share their difficult experiences online do provide a valuable service, offering validation and practical insights (on, say, postpartum depression) that aren’t always accessible elsewhere.—
Maytal Eyal,
The Atlantic,
27 Jan. 2025
-
The result is a hyperrealistic natural setting bathed in saturated hues, incrementally manipulated with Saxon’s matte paintings and other practical effects, with just a modicum of CGI.—
Justin Lowe,
The Hollywood Reporter,
27 Jan. 2025
Adjective
-
Even if for the sake of argument that were true, the policy response is not and never can be.—
The Editors,
National Review,
27 Jan. 2025
-
And if so, is that a price the WNBA is willing to pay to stay true to its values?—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
27 Jan. 2025
Thesaurus Entries Near matter-of-fact
Cite this Entry
“Matter-of-fact.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/matter-of-fact. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share