Meaning
- (noun) A virtual member function of a class.
- (adjective) In effect or essence, if not in fact or reality; imitated, simulated. “In fact a defeat on the battlefield, Tet was a virtual victory for the North, owing to its effect on public opinion.”
- (adjective) Having the power of acting or of invisible efficacy without the agency of the material or measurable part; potential.
- (adjective) Nearly, almost. (A relatively recent development in meaning) “The angry peasants were a virtual army as they attacked the castle.”
- (adjective) Simulated in a computer or online. “The virtual world of his computer game allowed character interaction.”
- (adjective) Operating by computer or in cyberspace; not physically present. “a virtual assistant; a virtual personal trainer”
- (adjective) (of a class member) Capable of being overridden with a different implementation in a subclass.
- (adjective) Pertaining to particles in temporary existence due to the Heisenberg uncertainty principle.
Letter breakdown
- Virtual contains 7 letters: 3 vowel(s) and 4 consonant(s).
- It uses 7 unique letters.
- Estimated syllable count: 2.
- Scrabble-style letter score: 10.
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Other 7-letter words
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- abetted
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- abettor
- abiding
- ability
- abjured
- abjures
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Words starting with VIR
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- vireo
- vireos
- virgin
- virginal
- virginals
- virginity
- virgins
- virgule
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- virile
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Reader questions
What does Virtual mean?
A virtual member function of a class.
How many letters are in Virtual?
Virtual has 7 letters.
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