eventually
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /ɪˈvɛn.tʃu.ə.li/
KK: /ɪˈvɛn.tʃu.ə.li/
adverb
Definition
At some point in the future, after a period of time or after a series of events.
Example
She eventually finished her homework after several distractions.
Conversation
I’m really worried about my exams next week.
You’ll do fine! Just study a little each day.
I hope I can remember everything; I want to pass eventually.
You will! Just keep at it, and it will all pay off.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
ultimately
finally
eventually
Antonyms
never
initially
prematurely
Root Explanation
Eventually → It is formed from "event" (from Latin "eventus", meaning outcome or result) and the suffix "-ually" (meaning in a manner relating to). The word "eventually" means in a manner relating to the outcome or result, often implying that something will happen after a period of time.
Memory Tip
Think of the word 'event' as the outcome of a situation, and remember that 'eventually' means something will happen in relation to that outcome, often after some time.
Visually Confused Words
ventrally
venally
uneventfully
evidentially
conventually