Definition

In a way that cannot be avoided or prevented; something that is certain to happen.

Example

If you keep eating junk food, you will inevitably gain weight.

Conversation

Do you think we will finish the project on time?

I hope so, but it will inevitably take longer than we planned.

Yeah, I guess we should prepare for that possibility.

Exactly, but we can still try to stay on track as much as we can.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Inevitably → It is formed from "in-" (meaning not) and "evitare" (meaning to avoid) and the suffix "-ably" (meaning in a manner). The word "inevitably" means in a manner that cannot be avoided or escaped.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not avoiding' ('in-' and 'evitare') something — that's why inevitably means something that cannot be avoided.

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