Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
virtually-impossible
adjective
/ˈvɜːrtʃuəli ɪmˈpɑːsəbl/
Definition
Nearly impossible; so difficult that it feels as if it cannot be done, although it may be theoretically possible.
Examples
- Completing this project on time without any resources is virtually impossible.
- Winning the game when the other team has such a lead seems virtually impossible.
- For someone with no experience, mastering this software in a day is virtually impossible.
Meaning
The term ‘virtually impossible’ refers to a situation or task that is extremely unlikely to be achievable, even though, in rare circumstances, it could still occur.
Synonyms
- nearly impossible
- almost unattainable
- practically impossible
