Synonyms of counterfactual
7 similar words
Another word for counterfactual is misinformation. Other synonyms of counterfactual are counterfact, misconception and misapprehension.
Synonyms and similar words for counterfactual
adjectiveContrary to known or agreed facts; untrue.
- contrafactualCounterfactual.
nounA claim, hypothesis, or other belief that is contrary to the facts.
- counterfactSynonym of counterfactual (noun).
- misapprehensionA failure to understand something; an illusion, misconception, or misunderstanding.
- misconceptionA mistaken belief, a wrong idea.
- misunderstanding
- falsehood
- misinformationInformation that is incorrect, whether intentionally or unintentionally.
Meaning of counterfactual
- adjective Contrary to known or agreed facts; untrue.
- adjective Of or in comparison to a hypothetical state of the world.
- noun A claim, hypothesis, or other belief that is contrary to the facts.
Questions about synonyms of counterfactual
- What is another word for counterfactual?
- Counterfactual has 7 synonyms on Word.ws, such as misinformation, counterfact, misconception and misapprehension.
- What does counterfactual mean?
- Counterfactual means contrary to known or agreed facts; untrue.
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