Definition

Referring to the final item in a series or the most recent occurrence.

Example

She was the dernier winner of the competition.

Conversation

Did you watch the dernier episode of that series last night?

Yes, I did! It was so intense.

I can't believe they ended it like that; it felt so final.

Right? I hope they have a new season planned soon!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Dernier comes from Old French 'dernier' (meaning last or final). It is used to denote the last in a series or sequence.

Memory Tip

Think of 'dernier' as meaning the 'last' in a series, helping you remember that it refers to something final.

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