Inevitably — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adverb /i-ˈne-və-tə-blē/ in·ev·i·ta·bly

Meaning & Definition of Inevitably

Inevitably (adverb)

  1. in an inevitable way
  2. as is to be expected

Inevitably (adverb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. because of necessity

    "we must inevitably make some sacrifices if we are going to save money"

    related: involuntarily

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Inevitably

The most common words with a similar meaning to Inevitably:

Origin & Etymology of Inevitably

First known use: 15th century

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Inevitably

Frequently Asked Questions about Inevitably

What does "Inevitably" mean?

"Inevitably" means in an inevitable way. As an adverb, it is defined as: in an inevitable way.

What is another word for "Inevitably"?

Other words for "Inevitably" include ineluctably, inescapably, ipso facto, necessarily, needs, perforce and unavoidably. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Inevitably" you intend.

How do you use "Inevitably" in a sentence?

Examples of "Inevitably" in a sentence: "we must inevitably make some sacrifices if we are going to save money".

Is "Inevitably" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Inevitably" is an adverb.

Is "Inevitably" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

It is on the Academic Word List, so it appears often in IELTS Academic, TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, and university texts.

How do you pronounce "Inevitably"?

"Inevitably" is pronounced /i-ˈne-və-tə-blē/ and divided into syllables as in·ev·i·ta·bly.

What is the origin of the word "Inevitably"?

First known use: 15th century.

What is another word for "Inevitably" meaning "because of necessity"?

When "Inevitably" (adverb) means because of necessity, synonyms include ineluctably, inescapably, ipso facto, necessarily, needs and perforce.