Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
the fact of the matter
Phrase
/ðə fækt əv ðə ˈmætər/
Definition
The reality or truth of a situation.
Examples
- Despite all the arguments, the fact of the matter is that we need to make a decision soon.
- Let’s focus on the fact of the matter rather than getting distracted by rumors.
Meaning
It refers to the fundamental truth about a situation, often used to emphasize what is most important or true.
Synonyms
- the reality
- the truth
- the core issue
