factitude

/fæktɪˈtuːd/ or /fæktɪˈtʊd/

Definitions

1. noun

A state of being based on facts, often implying a rigid or unyielding attitude.

“Her factitude in the matter was unwavering, despite the new evidence.”

2. noun

A tendency to rely solely on facts, often to the exclusion of emotions or intuition.

“He developed a factitude that made it difficult for him to connect with others.”

Synonyms

  • dogmaticism
  • pragmatism
  • rigidness

Antonyms

  • emotionalism
  • intuitionism
  • subjectivism