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

Whether Myers Park Covenant’s new name ultimately changes who walks through its doors won’t be known for years. — Théoden Janes, Charlotte Observer, 9 Aug. 2026

While experts say there were ultimately no significant health implications, the release shifted Americans' attitudes toward nuclear energy. — Trevor Hughes, USA Today, 9 Aug. 2026

But these races ultimately are local and all politics are local. — ABC News, 9 Aug. 2026

Friday's reunion may have been emotional for Fried, but ultimately, the Yankees were the team celebrating. — Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 9 Aug. 2026