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virtual

The correct spelling is virtual.

How to pronounce virtual

/ˈvɵːtʃuəl/
noun

IPA: /ˈvɵːtʃuəl/

Say it like: Vir-tua-l

The correct spelling is virtual. A virtual member function of a class. For example: "In fact a defeat on the battlefield, Tet was a virtual victory for the North, owing to its effect on public opinion."

Usage Examples

In fact a defeat on the battlefield, Tet was a virtual victory for the North, owing to its effect on public opinion.

The angry peasants were a virtual army as they attacked the castle.

The virtual world of his computer game allowed character interaction.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A virtual member function of a class.

adjective

  1. 1.In effect or essence, if not in fact or reality; imitated, simulated.
  2. 2.Having the power of acting or of invisible efficacy without the agency of the material or measurable part; potential.
  3. 3.Nearly, almost. (A relatively recent development in meaning)
  4. 4.Simulated in a computer or online.
  5. 5.Operating by computer or in cyberspace; not physically present.

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