a. presently existing in fact and not merely potential or possible
s. taking place in reality; not pretended or imitated
s. being or reflecting the essential or genuine character of something
s. existing in act or fact
a. 真实的, 实际的, 现行的
[医] 实际死亡率
1. The actual cost of the project was higher than we expected.
这个项目的实际成本比我们预期的要高。
2. She is not just a good singer; she is an actual professional.
她不仅仅是一个好歌手，她还是一位真正的专业人士。
3. The actual event will take place next week.
实际的活动将在下周举行。