adverb

eventually

eventually, in the end, finally, ultimately

He eventually found a job.

He eventually found a job.

Eventually, the truth came out.

Eventually, the truth came out.

It might take time, but we'll get there eventually.

It might take time, but we'll get there eventually.

eventually + [verb] in the end; after a period of time He eventually found a job.

Eventually, + [clause] in the end; after a period of time Eventually, the truth came out.

Synonyms: finally, ultimately, in the end; Antonyms: immediately, initially

From the adjective 'eventual' (ultimate) + the adverb-forming suffix '-ly'.

Think of a series of events leading to a final outcome. That final outcome happens 'eventually'.

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