Synonyms for

Eventually

Verb / ɪˈventʃʌwʌli: / / ɪˈvenʃʌli: / / i:ˈventʃʌwʌli: / / i:ˈvenʃʌli: / Another word for eventually — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Eventually means at some time in the future or after a long time.

Synonyms & similar words

finally finally ultimately someday sometime eventual conclusion outcome result resolution solution settled settled resolved clinched secured agreed determined

Synonyms by register

Formal

ultimately finally in the end at length

Informal

sooner or later in time down the road eventually

Literary

ere long anon

Antonyms

immediately instantly promptly suddenly now at once presently

Common collocations

  • will eventually
  • eventually lead to
  • eventually become
  • eventually happen
  • eventually succeed
  • eventually reach
  • eventually find

Word family

adverb eventually

Usage note

This adverb indicates that something will happen at some future time, after a series of events or a delay. It is often used to express a sense of inevitability or a positive outcome after a struggle.

Example sentences

  1. I will eventually learn how to ride a bike.
  2. Eventually, the sun will come out and it will be a beautiful day.
  3. The plant will eventually grow into a tall tree.
  4. If you keep practicing, you will eventually get better at playing the piano.
  5. Eventually, we will reach our destination.

Quotes

  • Patience is not the ability to wait, but how you act while you're waiting.
  • The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.
  • In the end, we only regret the chances we didn't take.

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