Virtual — synonyms, definition

1. virtual (a)

effective essential implicit implied in effect pragmatic substantial

2. virtual (Adjective)

practical

virtual (Adjective) — Being actually such in almost every respect. ex. "the once elegant temple lay in virtual ruin"

virtual (Adjective) — Existing in essence or effect though not in actual fact. ex. "a virtual dependence on charity" ex. "a virtual revolution" ex. "virtual reality"

virtual (Adjective) — Simulated on a computer or on-line rather than really existing. ex. "The virtual world of his computer game allowed character interaction"