Word ACTUAL: meanings, synonyms & antonyms

actual

🇺🇸 [ˈækʧuəl]

Meanings

Refers to what is real or exists in fact, as opposed to what is imagined, theoretical, or supposed. It emphasizes something that is tangible, genuine, or verifiable, and is often used to clarify that a particular detail or aspect truly reflects reality rather than assumption.

Examples

• The actual cost was higher than expected.
• He gave an actual account of the events.
• The actual results surprised everyone.

Synonyms

real • genuine • true

Antonyms

imaginary • hypothetical • false