virtually
|vir-tu-al-ly|
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/ˈvɜːrtʃuəli/
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/ˈvɜːtʃuəli/
(virtual)
almost
Etymology
Etymology Information
'virtually' originates from the Latin word 'virtus,' meaning 'excellence' or 'power.'
Historical Evolution
'Virtus' transformed into the Old French word 'virtuel,' and eventually became the modern English word 'virtual.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'having virtue or power,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'almost or nearly.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
almost entirely; nearly.
The stadium was virtually empty after the game.
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Adverb 2
in effect, though not in fact.
He was virtually the leader of the group.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35