Factor
6 lettersnouncommonUpdated February 2026
Definition
A circumstance, fact, or influence that contributes to a result or outcome, or in mathematics, a number that divides into another without a remainder. Factors are elements that must be considered when analysing situations or solving problems.
“Cost was the deciding factor when choosing between the two suppliers.”
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Common word with vowels A and O; straightforward letter combination.
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Worth 11 points; moderate value from the F in a frequently used word.
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