English to English
adverb
- in essence or effect but not in fact
The strike virtually paralyzed the city.
I'm virtually broke.
source: WordNet 3.0
- (of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but
The job is (just) about done.
The baby was almost asleep when the alarm sounded.
We're almost finished.
The car all but ran her down.
He nearly fainted.
Talked for nigh onto 2 hours.
The recording is well-nigh perfect.
Virtually all the parties signed the contract.
I was near exhausted by the run.
Most everyone agrees.
source: WordNet 3.0
- In a virtual manner; in efficacy or effect only, and not actually; to all intents and purposes; practically.
source: Webster 1913
