Faktabaserede

Faktabaserede is a Danish adjective meaning grounded in facts or evidence. The form faktabaserede is used to describe nouns that are supported by verifiable data, sources, and objective analysis rather than opinion or conjecture. The related adjective faktabaseret means “fact-based,” and the concept is closely linked to other Danish terms such as evidensbaseret (evidence-based) and data-drevet (data-driven).

The term is commonly used across fields such as journalism, academia, public policy, and business. In journalism, a faktabaseret article aims to present claims that are supported by credible sources, statistics, and documents. In research and education, it signals that methods and conclusions are based on demonstrable evidence. In policy and corporate contexts, beslutninger described as faktabaserede are those made with transparent data analyses and documented reasoning.

Criteria for faktabaserede statements typically include verifiable sources, explicit data or methods, repeatability or reproducibility of results, and clear attribution. The concept also involves awareness of data quality, potential biases, and uncertainty. Critics warn that the label can be misused if sources are cherry-picked, outdated, or not adequately explained.

Related terms include faktatjek (fact-check), data-drevet, and evidensbaseret. While similar in emphasis on evidence, faktabaserede specifically foregrounds the factual basis of claims and decisions, as opposed to general opinion or impression.