1. real; existing in fact rather than in theory or imagination
2. used to emphasize the truth or reality of something
Usage: often used for emphasis

Examples

• The actual cost was much higher than the estimate.
• Is this your actual address or a temporary one?
• The actual winner was announced after the recount.
• I can’t believe you met the actual president!
• The actual size of the room was smaller than it appeared in photos.
• What was the actual reason for your decision?
• The actual events were quite different from the news reports.