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

The Challenges To Anticipate Bringing outside experts inevitably leads to challenges. —Agni Ghosh, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025

Things inevitably grow worse from there. —Alan Sepinwall, Rolling Stone, 2 Sep. 2025

Kolodney’s script perhaps inevitably loses a little steam when Dick is finally released, though the developments that follow unfold with wry humor. —David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 2 Sep. 2025

For nearly 20 years, Collins appeared regularly in campaigns for the American designer’s clothing, which inevitably exposed him to the wider world of luxury. —Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 30 Aug. 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