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

Without these two foundational pieces, the state’s national education standing will inevitably decline, and with it those envied AP scores. —Editorial, Boston Herald, 7 Mar. 2026

Like moths to a flame, a spare square-foot of kitchen countertop inevitably becomes the hot spot to hang out. —Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 6 Mar. 2026

The issue, which can arise within minutes, is that no matter how careful, how neurotic, how cautious someone is, inevitably the shiny piano black plastic trim gets scratched, knicked, and or marred rapidly as a car is used. —Joel Feder, The Drive, 5 Mar. 2026

The mini downturn inevitably sparked concerns among the fanbase over whether Chelsea’s chances of qualifying for the Champions League were receding. —Simon Johnson, New York Times, 5 Mar. 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