eventually

American  

[ih-ven-choo-uh-lee] / ɪˈvɛn tʃu ə li /

adverb

1. finally; ultimately; at some later time.

   Eventually we will own the house free and clear.

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eventually British  

/ ɪˈvɛntʃʊəlɪ /

adverb

1. at the very end; finally

2. (as sentence modifier) after a long time or long delay

   eventually, he arrived

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Etymology

Origin of eventually

First recorded in 1650–60; eventual + -ly

Example Sentences

Scientists say the technology could eventually help doctors refer patients to specialists more quickly and improve access to care in underserved areas.

From Science Daily

He eventually found 7 ½ West End Court in Long Branch, New Jersey, a twenty-five-foot-wide shotgun shack that sat a few blocks away from the beach.

From Salon

More than a dozen countries took part in the weeks-long search for the vessel, which was eventually located a year later by a private British marine robotics firm, its hull dented and deformed.

From Barron's

But PGM strategists expect valuations to eventually narrow their gap with the U.S. as corporate governance efforts gain traction and companies boost stock buybacks.

From Barron's

Hugo spoke to him again, and eventually the man shrugged and indicated for us to go in.

From Literature

Related Words

• finally
• in the course of time
• one day
• someday
• sooner or later
• ultimately