ACTUAL
/ˈak(t)ʃj(ʊ)əl/
6 letters · 2 syllables · noun, adjective
Definition of ACTUAL
An actual, real one; notably:
Relating to a person's acts or deeds; active, practical
Existing in reality, not just potentially; really acted or acting; occurring in fact.
"The actual government expenses dramatically exceed the budget."
In action at the time being; now existing; current.
Antonyms of ACTUAL
Words with opposite meaning
Examples of ACTUAL in a Sentence
- "The actual government expenses dramatically exceed the budget."
Word Details
Is ACTUAL a Scrabble Word?
Yes, ACTUAL is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: ACTUAL uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for ACTUAL
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | a | c | t | u | a | l | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 8 |
| WWF | 1 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 11 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in ACTUAL
25 words from the letters in ACTUAL
4-letter words
3-letter words
2-letter words
How to Use ACTUAL in Word Games
ACTUAL is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 11 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, ACTUAL is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble ACTUAL to find 25 additional valid words.