ultimately
Translation
ultimately, finally, in the end
Examples
Ultimately, the decision is yours.
Ultimately, the decision is yours.
It's a simple but ultimately effective plan.
It's a simple but ultimately effective plan.
Grammar Patterns
Ultimately, [clause] in the end; finally Ultimately, you have to make your own decision.
Similar Words
Synonyms: finally, eventually, in the end
Etymology
Formed from 'ultimate' + the adverb-forming suffix '-ly'. 'Ultimate' comes from Latin 'ultimus' (last).
Memory Tips
It answers the question 'What happened in the end?'. It describes the 'ultimate' result.