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

Critics also point out that even though Reflect Orbital intends to illuminate targeted areas, the satellites’ movement will cause the light beams to sweep over large regions of Earth, inevitably. —Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 13 Oct. 2025

His roving life inevitably prompts questions. —Maggie Doherty, New Yorker, 13 Oct. 2025

Stacey might have the upper hand now, but Gizelle seems to have a knack for being there when the boomerang inevitably swings back. —Shamira Ibrahim, Vulture, 13 Oct. 2025

Therapy dogs come in all shapes, ages and sizes, and Detroit Metro Airport is making good use of them to reduce the stress that inevitably comes with traveling. —Leah Olajide, Freep.com, 12 Oct. 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