Ultimatum

Pronunciation

• US IPA: /ˌʌltɪˈmeɪtÉ™m/

Origin

From Latin ultimatus ("late, last final"), from Latin ultimus ("extreme, last, furthest, farthest, final")

Full definition of ultimatum

Noun

1. a final statement of terms or conditions made by one party to another, especially one that expresses a threat of reprisal or war

Related terms

• ulterior
• ultimate
• ultra
• ultra-