Practical
Part of speech: noun
Definition: that part of an exam or series of exams in which the candidate has to demonstrate their practical ability
Part of speech: adjective
Definition: Based on practice or action rather than theory or hypothesis Being likely to be effective and applicable to a real situation; able to be put to use Of a person, having skills or knowledge that are practical
Example sentence: Practical knowledge of what works and what doesn't work is much better. Theoretical knowledge is important, but I think practical knowledge works better.
Virtual
Part of speech: adjective
Definition: In effect or essence, if not in fact or reality; imitated, simulated, substantial.Nearly, almost. (A relatively recent corruption of meaning, attributed to misuse in advertising and media.)Of something that is simulated in a computer or on-line.In object-oriented programming, capable of being overridden with a different implementation in a subclass.Related to technology.
Example sentence: Augmented reality will change the world more than a lot of other technologies. Traveling around to meet people will be much less important when you can stand in a room and chat with a virtual representation of a person that's so close to reality - it'll be a whole new level.