as in practically
very close to but not completely
fell in love with a man who was virtually penniless
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of virtually
Last year, more than 1,000 people from across the United States and Canada participated virtually, including members of the Florida Panthers, led by Matthew Tkachuk.
—
Tom Ignudo, CBS News, 30 Mar. 2026
In 2000, voters approved Proposition 34, which limited how much a person or group could donate to a campaign to under $3,000 — since raised to $5,900 — but allowed state political parties and their county satellites to raise and give virtually unlimited amounts.
—Kate Wolffe, Sacbee.com, 29 Mar. 2026
The decision was virtually a no-brainer for Gustafson after Elliott started 10th and ran mostly outside the top five for the first half of the 400-lap race.
—ABC News, 29 Mar. 2026
Texas data centers, though, have produce virtually no increases in price.
—Jim Cramer, CNBC, 29 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for virtually
Tom Ignudo, CBS News, 30 Mar. 2026
In 2000, voters approved Proposition 34, which limited how much a person or group could donate to a campaign to under $3,000 — since raised to $5,900 — but allowed state political parties and their county satellites to raise and give virtually unlimited amounts.
—Kate Wolffe, Sacbee.com, 29 Mar. 2026
The decision was virtually a no-brainer for Gustafson after Elliott started 10th and ran mostly outside the top five for the first half of the 400-lap race.
—ABC News, 29 Mar. 2026
Texas data centers, though, have produce virtually no increases in price.
—Jim Cramer, CNBC, 29 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for virtually
Recent Examples of Synonyms for virtually
Adverb
-
But practically speaking, ICE is already funded.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
29 Mar. 2026
-
Ad blockers and VPNs are practically a requirement for using the internet now.—
StackCommerce Team,
PC Magazine,
28 Mar. 2026
Adverb
-
Another, says Lentsch, was when the Wyoming state senate almost passed SJ2, a bill seeking to transfer all federal land in Wyoming to the state for the purpose of selling it off.—
Natalie Krebs,
Outdoor Life,
3 Apr. 2026
-
Nacua became known for his infectious enthusiasm and ability to catch almost anything Rams MVP quarterback Matthew Stafford threw his way.—
Los Angeles Times staff,
Los Angeles Times,
2 Apr. 2026
Adverb
-
With the Baby Boom cohort now ranging from 62 to 80 years old, the share of Americans aged 65 or older has nearly doubled from 10% to 18%, the center said.—
Marc Ramirez,
USA Today,
28 Mar. 2026
-
Tune Into the Rhythm of Filipino Festivals After a nearly three-year hiatus due to the pandemic, festivals across the Philippines are once again taking the stage, filling up the events calendar with vivacious celebrations of local culture and tradition.—
Condé Nast Traveler,
Condé Nast Traveler,
28 Mar. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Virtually.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/virtually. Accessed 4 Apr. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
