actual — meaning in English
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English meaning
- actual adj Existing in reality; real, not just imagined or planned.
- current adjective Happening or existing right now.
- extant adj Still in existence; not having disappeared.
- ongoing adj Currently happening or still in progress; not yet finished.
- present adj Existing or happening right now; current.
- spot noun A small mark or patch of a different color or texture on a surface.
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 Existing or occurring at the moment.
- current Generally accepted, used, practiced, or prevalent at the moment; having currency.
- extant Still alive; not extinct.
- ongoing Presently or currently happening; being in progress.
- present The current moment or period of time.
- present-day In existence now; current or contemporary.
- spot (commerce, finance) Available on the spot; for immediate payment or delivery.
actual — full definition
- adj Existing in reality; real, not just imagined or planned.
- adj Used to emphasize the specific thing being referred to.
current — full definition
- adjective Happening or existing right now.
- noun A continuous flow of water, air, or electricity in a particular direction.