Finally
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈfaɪ.nə.li/ · Part of speech adverb
Quick meaning: Finally is an adverb meaning At the end or conclusion; ultimately.
Meaning
At the end or conclusion; ultimately.
More Meanings
- At bottom; ultimately; when all is considered.
- (sequence) To finish (with); lastly (in the present).
- (manner) Definitively, comprehensively.
Example Sentences
Finally, I washed my dog.
The contest was long, but the Romans finally conquered.
The question of his long-term success has now been finally settled.
Finally, I'd like to thanks all the people who helped to make it this far.
Synonyms for finally
Depending on context, synonyms include eventually, lastly, ultimately, endly, last, completely.
Antonyms for finally
Common opposites include initially, medially.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include last, ultimately, lastly, eventually, concluding, conclusively.
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