Meaning of 'actual'

adjective

presently existing in fact and not merely potential or possible

Example: "the predicted temperature and the actual temperature were markedly different"

Synonyms: existent

adjective

being or existing at the present moment

Example: "the ship's actual position is 22 miles due south of Key West"

adjective

taking place in reality

adjective

existing in act or fact

Example: "rocks and trees...the actual world"

Synonyms: factual

adjective

being or reflecting the essential or genuine character of something

Example: "Your actual motive is still unbeknownst to me."

Synonyms: real