Meaning of after the fact | Babel Free
/ˌɑːftə ðə ˈfækt/Definitions
- After the occurrence of some action or event, such as a crime or the formation of a contract.
- Too late; after something is finished or final.
Equivalents
Examples
“You made the commitment, and you can't change the terms after the fact.”
CEFR level
C1
Advanced
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.