Synonyms of ultimately

ultimately

adverb

ˈəl-tə-mət-lē 

as in eventually

at a later time

we'll ultimately renovate this section of the house, but for now it will stay as it is

Synonyms & Similar Words

• eventually
• finally
• someday
• soon
• sometime
• in time
• at length
• sooner or later
• yet
• in the end
• at last
• shortly
• immediately
• promptly
• momentarily
• in the fullness of time
• imminently
• before long
• presently
• right now
• directly
• right away
• right off
• forthwith
• by and by
• straightaway
• anon
• straightway
• pronto

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• never
• ne'er
• nevermore

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of ultimately

The Marlins ultimately kept six of their 12 pro scouts, a team source indicated. — Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 18 Sep. 2026

Emergency management ultimately purchased items for the raid, rather than the sheriff’s office, according to Joe Decker, spokesperson for the Canyon County Sheriff’s Office. — Idaho Statesman, 18 Sep. 2026

Nothing has been agreed upon yet, and a deal might not ultimately happen. — Justin Birnbaum, Sportico.com, 18 Sep. 2026

Several factors, including property values, ultimately determine the rate and total impact on the average Naperville taxpayer. — Carolyn Stein, Chicago Tribune, 18 Sep. 2026