Factual definition

(1) Characterized by fact

"The factual aspects of the case"

(2) Existing in fact whether with lawful authority or not

"De facto segregation is as real as segregation imposed by law"

"A de facto state of war"

(3) Existing in act or fact

"Rocks and trees...the actual world"

"Actual heroism"

"The actual things that produced the emotion you experienced"

(4) Of or relating to or characterized by facts

"Factual considerations"