eventual
Translation
eventual, final, ultimate
Examples
What was the eventual outcome?
What was the eventual outcome?
His eventual success was well-deserved.
His eventual success was well-deserved.
Grammar Patterns
the eventual ((noun)) the final (noun) The eventual winner was a surprise.
Similar Words
Synonyms: final, ultimate, resulting; Antonyms: initial, immediate
Etymology
From 'event' + the adjective-forming suffix '-ual'. It means 'relating to the outcome or event'.
Memory Tips
Think of the 'event' that happens at the 'end'. The 'eventual' result is the final event in a series.