EVENTUALLY Synonyms: 33 Similar and Opposite Words

eventually

adverb

i-ˈven(t)-sh(ə-)wə-lē

Definition of eventually next

as in finally

at a later time stop whining about how long it's taking us—we'll get there eventually

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Recent Examples of eventually Upon returning to Brazil, Burle Marx began collecting tropical and subtropical species with rare intensity, eventually transforming his home outside Rio into a living archive of Brazilian flora, more than 3,500 plants strong. —

Spencer Elliott, Forbes.com, 23 June 2026 Rather less unwelcome is what spring—and then, eventually, the heat of summer—inevitably brings. —

Steve Bender, Southern Living, 23 June 2026 Founded in a workshop in the Italian Alps and eventually handed to designers like Michael Graves, Philippe Starck, and Ettore Sottsass, several of their pieces are in the MoMA permanent collection (like the iconic tea kettle), which is not something most kitchenware brands can say. —

Angela Tafoya, Architectural Digest, 23 June 2026 Build a little structure into your wardrobe and the decision gets smaller, easier and eventually almost automatic. —

Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 23 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for eventually

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Adverb

But during the third time through the order, the Orioles finally figured him out and hit back-to-back home runs.

— Maddie Lee, Los Angeles Times, 20 June 2026
This match finally picked up in the second half, reflecting the desperation each side had after losing their opening matches.

— Andrew Greif, NBC news, 19 June 2026