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actual

adjective
  1. presently existing in fact and not merely potential or possible
    “the predicted temperature and the actual temperature were markedly different”
    existent
  2. being or existing at the present moment
    “the ship's actual position is 22 miles due south of Key West”
  3. taking place in reality
  4. existing in act or fact
    “rocks and trees...the actual world”
    factual
  5. being or reflecting the essential or genuine character of something
    “Your actual motive is still unbeknownst to me.”
    real