virtual — existing in essence or effect, though not in name or reality; created by computer software
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: existing in essence or effect, though not in name or reality; created by computer software
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈvɜːrtʃuəl/
Korean meaning: 실질적인, 사실상의; 컴퓨터로 만든 가상의
Korean pronunciation: 버-추얼 (강세: 버)
Example Sentences
- My grandmother thinks virtual meetings are just fancy phone calls with extra steps.
- The virtual pet in the game needs feeding every hour, making it more demanding than my real cat.
- Students attended the virtual graduation ceremony in pajamas from their bedrooms.
virtual
ADJECTIVE//ˈvɜːrtʃuəl//
existing in essence or effect, though not in name or reality; created by computer software
The students attended a virtual class from home.
The virtual museum allowed visitors to explore online. (VIRTUAL = VISUAL + REAL-LIKE → seeming real, but existing digitally or not physically)
Virtual adventures feel real but aren't actual.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'virtus' meaning strength, virtue, or power, combined with the suffix '-al' meaning 'of or relating to.' The word evolved through Middle French and entered English in the 14th century, originally referring to something having inherent power or capability.
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📝Examples
“My grandmother thinks virtual meetings are just fancy phone calls with extra steps.”
“The virtual pet in the game needs feeding every hour, making it more demanding than my real cat.”
“Students attended the virtual graduation ceremony in pajamas from their bedrooms.”
“The company's virtual office exists only in cyberspace.”
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