eventually

American  

[ih-ven-choo-uh-lee] / ɪˈvɛn tʃu ə li /

adverb

1. finally; ultimately; at some later time.

   Eventually we will own the house free and clear.

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eventually British  

/ ɪˈvɛntʃʊəlɪ /

adverb

1. at the very end; finally

2. (as sentence modifier) after a long time or long delay

   eventually, he arrived

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Etymology

Origin of eventually

First recorded in 1650–60; eventual + -ly

Example Sentences

He refused to say who would start at quarterback against Florida State and eventually fielded backup Emory Williams.

From The Wall Street Journal

If leagues don’t think they’ll eventually pay for this, they aren’t listening to their audience, because when I talk to the most loyal fans and season ticket holders, pricing is all they talk about.

From The Wall Street Journal

The track’s metaphorical meaning — comparing his own flawed behavior in relationships to a “mutt” or a dog with good intentions — along with a sensual bassline and knocking drums eventually became a sleeper hit.

From Los Angeles Times

He eventually pleaded guilty to a single count of providing false information to the FBI and was sentenced to 14 months in prison.

From Los Angeles Times

Still, they argue that the results show the approach itself can work, and that it might eventually help beyond Down syndrome, including in other neurological diseases.

From Science Daily

Related Words

• finally
• in the course of time
• one day
• someday
• sooner or later
• ultimately