ultimately

/ˈʌl.tə.mət.li/

ɅL · tə · mət · li (4 syllables)

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Definition

Indicating the last item.

Etymology

From ultimate + -ly.

Example Sentences

  • "Firstly,… Secondly,… Ultimately,…"
  • "Ultimately, he will have to make a decision before the end of the week."
  • "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."
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