Virtual

1. In effect or essence, if not in fact or reality; imitated, simulated.
2. Having the power of acting or of invisible efficacy without the agency of the material or measurable part; potential.
3. Nearly, almost. (A relatively recent development in meaning)
4. Simulated in a computer or online.
5. Operating by computer or in cyberspace; not physically present.
6. (computing, object-oriented programming, of a class member) Capable of being overridden with a different implementation in a subclass.
7. (physics) Pertaining to particles in temporary existence due to the Heisenberg uncertainty principle.

Synonyms

• de facto

Antonyms

• de jure
• legal
• real