ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Eventually

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ɪˈvɛn.t͡ʃuː.ə.li/ · Part of speech adverb

Quick meaning: Eventually is an adverb meaning In the end; at some later time, especially after a long time, a series of problems, struggles, delays or setbacks.

Meaning

In the end; at some later time, especially after a long time, a series of problems, struggles, delays or setbacks.

More Meanings

  1. (mathematics, of a sequence) For some tail; for all terms beyond some term; with only finitely many exceptions.
  2. (proscribed, non-native speakers' English) Possibly, potentially, perhaps.

Example Sentences

Eventually, all prime numbers are odd.
He hopes eventually to attend nursing school.
I will come eventually, but haven't decided yet.
Everyone's true colors will be revealed eventually.

Synonyms for eventually

Depending on context, synonyms include finally, yet, ultimately.

Antonyms for eventually

Common opposites include immediately, promptly, soon.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include yet, finally, someday, sometime, thereafter, later.

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