inevitably

adverb

in·​ev·​i·​ta·​bly i-ˈne-və-tə-blē 

1

: in an inevitable way

2

: as is to be expected

inevitably, it rained

Synonyms

• necessarily

Examples of inevitably in a Sentence

we must inevitably make some sacrifices if we are going to save money

Recent Examples on the Web

Both approaches, while key for asset-allocation housekeeping, are inevitably focused on the short term. —Control Risks, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025

As history tells us, when the most vicious wars inevitably come to an end, destruction, chaos and hopelessness are left in their wake. —Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 10 Sep. 2025

Anything that went awry in the area seemed to inevitably lead to suspicion that Phillips might be involved. —Todd Symons, CNN Money, 9 Sep. 2025

His demise, paired with the disappearance of mobster-type Nicky Caccimelio (Bobby Cannavale), sets the trio on the first phase of their adventures, which inevitably branches into fresh red herrings in customary Only Murders fashion. —Nicholas Quah, Vulture, 9 Sep. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

inevitably

adverb

in·​ev·​i·​ta·​bly -blē 

1

: in an inevitable way

the hero inevitably defeats the enemy

2

: as is to be expected

inevitably, it rained