eventually
Translation
eventually, in the end, finally
Examples
He eventually found his keys.
He eventually found his keys.
Eventually, the rain stopped.
Eventually, the rain stopped.
Grammar Patterns
used to mean 'in the end', especially after a long time or a lot of effort She eventually got a job as a manager.
Similar Words
Synonyms: finally, ultimately, in the end
Etymology
From 'eventual' + the adverbial suffix '-ly'. 'Eventual' itself comes from Latin 'eventus', meaning 'outcome' or 'event'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as the 'final event' in a series of events. It implies that something happened after a long time or a lot of effort.