ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Lastly

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˈlɑːstli/ · Part of speech adverb

Quick meaning: Lastly is an adverb meaning (sequence) Used to mark the beginning of the last in a list of items or propositions.

Meaning

(sequence) Used to mark the beginning of the last in a list of items or propositions.

More Meanings

  1. (discourse marker) Used to signal that the speaker is about to yield control of the conversation.

Example Sentences

Firstly, that's illegal; secondly, it has serious disadvantages; thirdly, it's not necessary; and lastly, did I mention that it's illegal?

Synonyms for lastly

Depending on context, synonyms include finally, last, ultimately, endly.

Antonyms for lastly

Common opposites include firstly.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include finally, ultimately, ultimate, then, eventually, eventual.

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