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Definition alternative fact in British English

alternative fact noun

noun
1

a mistatement of the truth, a lie; most any statement of fact issued by President Trump and his staff

Example

Trump's latest alternative facts are that over a million supporters attended his inauguration, and that the American people don't care whether or not he releases his tax records.

Definition alternative fact in British English