actual

Universal Words adjective [onlybeforenoun] 1 used to emphasize sth that is real or exists in fact: What were his actual words? * The actual cost was much higher than we had expected. * James looks younger than his wife but in actual fact (= really) he is several years older. 2 used to emphasize the most important part of sth: The wedding preparations take weeks but the actual ceremony takes less than an hour. ______________________________ WHICHWORD? actual / current / present Actual does not mean current or present.It means 'real' or 'exact' : I need the actual figures, not an estimate. Present - 'existing or happening now ': How long have you been in your present job? Current also means 'existing or happening now', but can suggest that the situation is temporary: The factory cannot continue its current level of production. Actually does not mean 'at the present time'. Use currently, at present or at the moment instead. -<noteatPRESENTLY ______________________________