Ultimately

Pronunciation

• IPA: /ˈʌltɪmÉ™tli/

Origin

ultimate + -ly

Full definition of ultimately

Adverb

1. Indicating the last item.Firstly, ... Secondly, ... Ultimately, ...
2. Indicating the most important action.Ultimately, he will have to make a decision before the end of the week.
• 2011, October 29, Neil Johnston, Norwich 3 - 3 Blackburn, That Wolves reached half-time on level terms had much to do with the ultimately luckless Hennessey, who was in action in the opening minute to tip away Samir Nasri's shot following a City corner.

Synonyms

• at last
• eventually
• in the end
• at the end of the day