inevitably

adverb

in·​ev·​i·​ta·​bly i-ˈne-və-tə-blē 

1

: in an inevitable way

… the popular misconception that biological control inevitably leads to disaster.

—Stephanie Pain

2

: as is to be expected

inevitably, it rained

Synonyms of inevitably

• 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 fast turnaround of the new theme will inevitably put pressure on designers and creatives already planning their looks for the May event — now operating under a truncated timeline. — Ct Jones, Rolling Stone, 5 Nov. 2026

As the temperature drops and winter dryness inevitably creeps in, this luxe, delectable formula will serve as your skin savior. — Kyra Surgent, InStyle, 4 Nov. 2026

For Harriet, who until then led a life far removed from high society, her official entry into one of the world’s most famous royal families inevitably brought about some big changes. — Stefania Conrieri, Vanity Fair, 4 Nov. 2026

On Housewives, story lines grow tired and repetitive, and attempts to shake up the dynamics inevitably fall flat as the show reverts back to a familiar staleness. — Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 4 Nov. 2026

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