factor

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factor is part of the Academic Word List. It is important for students in college and university.

Contents 1 Pronunciation 2 Noun 2.1 Synonyms 2.2 Related words 2.3 See also 3 Verb

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Singular factor

Plural factors

1. (countable) A factor is one of a number of things that causes a result.

   The main factor in the success of our program is our excellent teachers.

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• cause
• element

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• factorial

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• result

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Plain form factor

Third-person singular factors

Past tense factored

Past participle factored

Gerund-participle factoring