x-factor
UK/ɛks'fæktə/US/'eksf'æktər/
Definitions
n.
An unknown or special quality that is hard to define but makes a difference
未知因素；难以言说的关键特质
Root Breakdown
Native Englishxroot
+
factorroot
=x-factor
x (the unknown, from algebra) + factor (a contributing element that 'does' something, from fac). The X-factor is the mysterious element that makes someone or something stand out.
Example Sentences
- 1.
Talent aside, she has that X-factor that holds an audience.