English · Science & Technology
factor
/ˈfæk.tər/
[/ˈfæk.tər/]
a contributing cause
Intermediatenoun
Definition
A factor is one of the things that influence or cause a result. Identifying factors is important in science and social studies.
Example
Temperature is an important factor in plant growth.
Temperature is an important factor in plant growth.
Etymology
From Latin 'factor' meaning a doer or maker.
How & Where It’s Used
Used when discussing causes or variables that affect an outcome.