Definition of "actual" in English

adjective

1. (chiefly theology) relating to a person's acts or deeds; active, practical

2. Existing in reality, not just potentially; really acted or acting; occurring in fact.

   • the actual cost of goods; the actual case under discussion
   • The actual government expenses dramatically exceed the budget.

3. (now rare) in action at the time being; now existing; current.

4. Used as intensifier to emphasise a following noun; exact, specific, very.

noun

1. an actual, real one; notably:

2. (uncountable) Reality, usually with the definite article.