Fact, actuality. In phrases: the feat of: the facts that relate to. in, of feat: in fact. Obsolete.

in effect: (originally) in fact, in reality (opposed to in show, in words); (subsequently) virtually, substantially, so far as the result is…

In effect; in fact, in reality; so far as the result is concerned.

In reality; in a real manner. Also: in fact, actually.

In a literal, exact, or actual sense; not figuratively, allegorically, etc.

Law. That which is to be tried or proved; statements or allegations coming under the consideration of a court. Cf. sense 2a.

Used in a clause which confirms and amplifies a previous statement: In point of fact, as a matter of fact.

in fact: in reality, actually, as a matter of fact. Now often used parenthetically as an additional explanation or to correct a falsehood or…

As a matter of fact, actually. Obsolete.

in fact, in reality, in actual existence, force, or possession, as a matter of fact. Very frequently opposed to de jure. Used also as an adj. =…

In fact, really. Obsolete.

in point of fact: with regard to factual accuracy; in reality, actually. Now often used parenthetically as an additional explanation or to correct…

Denoting collateral position; esp. with side, hand, †half; beam (of a ship), point (of the compass); north, south, etc.; right, left; = on, prep. 4.

in point of event: with regard to what has happened or will happen; in reality. Obsolete.

= in effect at effect, n. phrases. Actually, in fact. Obsolete.

in matter of fact: in point of fact. Now chiefly formal.

Actually, in truth; positively, assuredly. (Modifying the statement as a whole.)

In reality; actually. Obsolete.

As a matter of fact, in truth; indeed; even. Now somewhat colloquial.

Definitely; expressly, explicitly; directly, downright; with assurance or confidence; for certain.

in actual fact: in reality, contrary to expectation or appearance; (more generally) really, actually, as a matter of fact. Cf. fact, n. int.adv.…

in a factual manner; as regards facts.

as a matter of fact: in fact, really, actually (used parenthetically, esp. to correct a falsehood or misunderstanding, but now frequently weakened…

Used conversationally to emphasize the truthfulness or sincerity of a remark; also (as a question) to express surprise or doubt, and solicit…

Used conversationally to emphasize the truthfulness or sincerity of a remark; also (as a question) to express surprise or doubt, and solicit…

= as a matter of fact at matter of fact, n. 1c.

As a basic or fundamental principle, condition, matter, etc.; essentially; fundamentally.