Synonyms of virtually

virtually

adverb

ˈvər-chə-wə-lē 

as in practically

very close to but not completely

fell in love with a man who was virtually penniless

Synonyms & Similar Words

• practically
• almost
• nearly
• fairly
• about
• most
• somewhere
• pretty much
• just about
• well-nigh
• nigh
• next to
• mostly
• largely
• as good as
• more or less
• fair
• within an inch of
• near
• much
• feckly
• all but
• mainly
• borderline
• somewhat
• partially
• chiefly
• appreciably
• partly
• by and large
• kind of

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• completely
• entirely
• absolutely
• quite
• fully
• thoroughly
• altogether
• totally
• well
• wholly
• utterly
• plain
• plumb
• hardly
• barely
• scarcely

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of virtually

The move circumvents any potential floor vote on the impeachment and virtually ensures it won't be addressed before the current Congress session ends. — Brittney Melton, NPR, 11 Nov. 2026

The transformative role of mindfulness in one’s well-being is virtually a given these days, thanks to the pioneering efforts of Miraval Resorts & Spas over the last three decades. — Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 11 Nov. 2026

Our tools can tell us the weather anywhere on earth, our loved ones’ exact locations and the odds of virtually any conceivable occurrence. — Los Angeles Times, 10 Nov. 2026

Its oil-free formula relies on chemical UV filters to deliver sun protection that feels virtually undetectable. — Madison San Miguel, Allure, 10 Nov. 2026