Definition & Meaning of "actual"

actual

existing in reality rather than being theoretical or imaginary

taking place in reality; not pretended or imitated

being or reflecting the essential or genuine character of something

tangible and factual

existing or relevant at the present time

existing

immediate

instant

actual

adj

actu

actuality

actualize

actually

adv

actually

adv

Example

The actual reason for his absence from the meeting was a family emergency, not a simple excuse.

She compared the advertised features of the product with its actual performance.

Despite the rumors, the actual cost of the project was within the budget.

The actual deadline for the assignment is next Friday, not tomorrow as some students thought.

The strident rhetoric in the debate overshadowed the actual issues.

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