Virtualy vs. Virtually: What's the Difference?

Edited by Huma Saeed || By Sawaira Riaz || Updated on November 28, 2023
"Virtualy" is a misspelling. The correct spelling is "virtually," which means almost or nearly as described, but not completely or according to strict definition.

Which is correct: Virtualy or Virtually
How to spell Virtually?

Virtualy is Incorrect

Virtually is Correct
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Key Differences
Recall "virtual" and just add "-ly" at the end.

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Nov 11, 2023
Remember it has two 'l's like "really."

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Nov 11, 2023
Associate it with "actual," both have double 'l's.

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Nov 11, 2023
Think of "virtual reality" to remember the base word.

Harlon Moss
Nov 11, 2023
Link "virtually" with the word "virtue," emphasizing the "virtu" part.

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Nov 11, 2023
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Virtualy and Virtually Definitions
Virtually
Virtually signifies in essence or effect, though not in fact.
The project is virtually complete.

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Oct 27, 2023
Virtually
Virtually can indicate in the capacity of or as if in the role of.
He was virtually the leader even if not in title.

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Oct 27, 2023
Virtually
Virtually means nearly or almost, but not entirely.
It's virtually impossible to see at night without light.

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Oct 27, 2023
Virtually
Virtually means through electronic means on a computer or online.
We met virtually via a video call.

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Oct 27, 2023
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Virtually
Virtually can also imply for all practical purposes.
The manuscript is virtually unchanged from the original.

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Oct 27, 2023
Virtually
In fact or to all purposes; practically
The city was virtually paralyzed by the transit strike.

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Oct 20, 2023
Virtually
Almost but not quite; nearly
"Virtually everyone gets a headache now and then" (People).

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Oct 20, 2023
Virtually
In a virtual manner; in efficacy or effect only, and not actually; to all intents and purposes; practically.

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Oct 20, 2023
Virtually
(intensifier before a figurative expression) without exaggeration;
Our eyes were literally pinned to TV during the Gulf war

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Oct 20, 2023
Virtually
In essence or effect but not in fact;
The strike virtually paralyzed the city
I'm virtually broke

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Oct 20, 2023
Virtually
(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; `near' is sometimes used informally for `nearly' and `most' is sometimes used informally for `almost';
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

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Oct 20, 2023
FAQs
What is the verb form of Virtually?
"Virtually" is an adverb, so it doesn't have a verb form.

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Nov 11, 2023
Why is it called Virtually?
It derives from "virtual," meaning "almost or near," with "-ly" indicating the manner of something.

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Nov 11, 2023
What is the singular form of Virtually?
"Virtually" itself, as it's an adverb and doesn't have singular/plural forms.

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Nov 11, 2023
What is the plural form of Virtually?
Not applicable; "virtually" is an adverb.

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Nov 11, 2023
Which preposition is used with Virtually?
"Virtually" can be followed by various prepositions based on context, like "virtually in" or "virtually on."

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Nov 11, 2023
Which conjunction is used with Virtually?
No specific conjunction is associated with "virtually."

Aimie Carlson
Nov 11, 2023
Which article is used with Virtually?
Articles like "a" or "the" are not typically used directly before "virtually."

Sara Rehman
Nov 11, 2023
Which determiner is used with Virtually?
"Every" as in "every virtually crafted item."

Janet White
Nov 11, 2023
What is the second form of Virtually?
Not applicable as "virtually" is an adverb.

Sara Rehman
Nov 11, 2023
Is Virtually a negative or positive word?
Neutral, but context can alter its connotation.

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Nov 11, 2023
Is Virtually a vowel or consonant?
"Virtually" is a word containing both vowels and consonants.

Harlon Moss
Nov 11, 2023
How is Virtually used in a sentence?
"The two products are virtually identical in design."

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Nov 11, 2023
Is the Virtually term a metaphor?
No, but it can be used in metaphorical contexts.

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Nov 11, 2023
What is the third form of Virtually?
Not applicable as "virtually" is an adverb.

Harlon Moss
Nov 11, 2023
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