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 Definitions of factoid  [ˈfæk tɔɪd]  

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Definition of 'factoid' Random House Webster's College Dictionary 

1. (n.) factoid
something fictitious or unsubstantiated that is presented as fact, devised esp. to gain publicity, and accepted because of constant repetition.

2.  factoid
an insignificant fact.

Etymology:  (1973, Amer.)

Definition of 'factoid' Princeton's WordNet 

1. (noun) factoid
something resembling a fact; unverified (often invented) information that is given credibility because it appeared in print

2. (noun) factoid
a brief (usually one sentence and usually trivial) news item



'factoid' - Nearby Entries  

fact mood  factious  factitious  factoid  factor analyse  factor analysis  factor analytical  



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