eventual

[ih-ven-choo-uhl]

adjective

1. happening at some indefinite future time or after a series of occurrences; ultimate.

   His mistakes led to his eventual dismissal.

   Synonyms: later, consequent, subsequent

2. depending upon uncertain events; contingent.

eventual

/ ɪˈvɛntʃʊəl /

adjective

1. (prenominal) happening in due course of time; ultimate

   the eventual outcome was his defeat

Word History and Origins

Origin of eventual¹

1605–15; < Latin ēventu ( s ) event + -al ¹, modeled of French éventuel

Example Sentences

Turkey on Thursday said it was ready to participate in a "reassurance force" to be deployed in Ukraine after any eventual peace deal with Russia.

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The eventual tax savings are still substantial, and if you don’t take advantage, it’s like “cutting off your nose to spite your face,” says Bethany Dever, a certified financial planner at Rockland Trust.

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According to Kennett, the explanation is complex and involves several intertwined factors that contributed to both the growth and eventual decline of these ancient urban centers.

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And winning league phase matches does not ensure success - just ask the Liverpool side that finished top of the standings in 2024-25 before losing in the last 16 to eventual winners PSG.

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His eventual testimony would be the reason the case against Michael Ross came to court.

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Related Words

• conditional 
• consequent 
• inevitable 
• possible 
• prospective 
• ultimate