Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

ipso-facto

adverb
/ˌɪp.səʊˈfæk.təʊ/
Definition
By the fact itself; as a matter of fact.
Examples
  • She did not attend the meeting; ipso facto, she missed the important discussions.
  • If the evidence is found, he is, ipso facto, guilty of the crime.
Meaning
A term used to indicate that something is true or exists because of the situation or condition mentioned, without needing further evidence.
Synonyms
  • Consequently
  • Thus
  • Therefore