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factual writing

[ˈfæk.tʃu.əl ˈraɪ.tɪŋ]
noun
escrita factual
1. Writing that is based on facts and objective information rather than opinion or imagination; non-fiction writing that presents verifiable information
Journalism requires factual writing to maintain credibility with readers.
O jornalismo requer escrita factual para manter a credibilidade com os leitores.
2. Writing style that prioritizes accuracy, evidence, and documentation of real events or information
Academic papers demand factual writing supported by citations and research.
Artigos acadêmicos exigem escrita factual apoiada por citações e pesquisa.
Synonyms
non-fiction writingobjective writingdocumentary writingfactual proseevidence-based writing
Antonyms
fictional writingcreative writingimaginative writingopinion writing

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
escrita factual
Standard usage in Brazilian Portuguese academic and journalistic contexts
São Paulo
escrita factual / escrita baseada em fatos
Both terms used in media and academic circles
Portugal
escrita factual
Standard usage, sometimes replaced by 'escrita objectiva' or 'escrita baseada em factos'

Related Idioms & Phrases

stick to the facts
based on fact
factual accuracy
get the facts straight
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