Virtually

/ˈvɜːrtʃuəli/

Meaning & Definition

adverb

For all practical purposes; nearly; almost.

The project is virtually complete, with just a few minor adjustments left to make.

In essence or effect, but not in fact.

He is virtually the leader of the team, even though he does not have an official title.

In a digital or online context.

The conference will be held virtually, allowing participants from around the world to join online.

To indicate a sense of completeness or entirety.

The software upgrade has virtually eliminated all previous bugs.

Almost or nearly doing something.

She was virtually crying when she heard the news.

From Latin 'virtus' meaning 'virtue' or 'excellence', combined with '-ally' to form the adverb.

virtually certain

Almost sure; very likely.

virtually unknown

Not known by many people.

virtually impossible

Almost impossible to achieve.

virtual

Existing or occurring on computers or on the internet.

virtuality

The state of being virtual.

Online or remote interaction.

We're doing all our meetings virtually now.