matter of fact



matter of fact

1. noun Something that is true and factual. My attendance in this class is a matter of fact! You can check the sign-in sheets—I was here every week! The deficit is a matter of fact, not opinion. The numbers don't lie.
2. adjective Straightforward in communication. Usually hyphenated. It's better to be matter-of-fact when you fire someone, rather than trying to dance around the subject. The instructions should be matter-of-fact, but instead the manual is written with overly descriptive language.
3. adjective Nonchalant or not expressing excitement. Usually hyphenated. I don't know how you can be so matter-of-fact about winning that award—it's a great honor!
See also: fact, matter, of

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
NooaNO:-ahFinnish
Ashfield['æʃi:ld]
QuirinKVEE-reenGerman
KenanKEE-nən (English)Biblical
Dilys-Welsh
JadynJAY-dinEnglish (Modern)