actual — meaning in English

English meaning

• actual adj Existing in reality; real, not just imagined or planned.
• current adjective Happening or existing right now.

Senses

actual is used for these senses in English:

• actual (now, rare) in action at the time being; now existing; current. [from 18th c.]
• current Generally accepted, used, practiced, or prevalent at the moment; having currency.

actual — full definition

1. adj Existing in reality; real, not just imagined or planned.
2. adj Used to emphasize the specific thing being referred to.

current — full definition

1. adjective Happening or existing right now.
2. noun A continuous flow of water, air, or electricity in a particular direction.

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