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Lastly

Verb / ˈlæstli: / Another word for lastly — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Lastly means finally or at the end.

Synonyms & similar words

inconclusion finally last finally ultimately conclusively definitively endwise eventually last ultimately

Synonyms by register

Formal

finally conclusively ultimately eventually

Informal

in the end at the end to wrap up last of all

Literary

at length in conclusion to conclude

Antonyms

firstly initially beginning originally prematurely early

Common collocations

  • lastly, consider
  • lastly, we must
  • lastly, it is
  • lastly, the
  • lastly, and
  • lastly, therefore

Word family

adverb lastly

Usage note

Used to introduce the final item in a list or series. It is a formal adverb and should not be confused with 'last', which can be an adjective or verb.

Example sentences

  1. Lastly, I put on my shoes and ran outside to play.
  2. We tried everything to fix the problem, but lastly we had to call a professional.
  3. I finished my homework and lastly got to watch my favorite TV show.
  4. We went to the park, played games, and lastly had a picnic.
  5. I studied hard for my test, and lastly got an A.

Quotes

  • Lastly, his gaze fell upon the vast expanse of the sky.
  • Lastly, she spun around and looked at herself in the mirror.
  • Lastly, we offer our heartfelt condolences to his family.

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