Ultimately — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adverb /ˈəl-tə-mət-lē/ ul·ti·mate·ly

Meaning & Definition of Ultimately

Ultimately (adverb)

  1. in the end, fundamentally
  2. eventually

Ultimately (adverb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. at a later time

    "we'll ultimately renovate this section of the house, but for now it will stay as it is"

    similar: eventually, finally, someday, sometime, sooner or later, yet, at last, at length, in the end, in the fullness of time, in time
    related: anon, before long, by and by, directly, imminently, momentarily, presently, shortly, soon, forthwith, immediately, promptly, pronto, right away, right now, right off, straightaway, straightway
    near: ne'er, never, nevermore

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Ultimately

The most common words with a similar meaning to Ultimately:

eventually, finally, someday, sometime, sooner or later, yet, at last, at length, in the end, in the fullness of time, in time

Related Words for Ultimately

anon, before long, by and by, directly, imminently, momentarily, presently, shortly, soon, forthwith, immediately, promptly, pronto, right away, right now, right off, straightaway, straightway

Near Antonyms of Ultimately

ne'er, never, nevermore

Origin & Etymology of Ultimately

First known use: 1652

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Ultimately

Frequently Asked Questions about Ultimately

What does "Ultimately" mean?

"Ultimately" means in the end, fundamentally. As an adverb, it is defined as: in the end, fundamentally.

What is another word for "Ultimately"?

Other words for "Ultimately" include eventually, finally, someday, sometime, sooner or later, yet, at last and at length. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Ultimately" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Ultimately"?

There are 29 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Ultimately". Common alternatives include eventually, finally, someday, sometime, sooner or later, yet, at last, at length, in the end and in the fullness of time.

How do you use "Ultimately" in a sentence?

Examples of "Ultimately" in a sentence: "we'll ultimately renovate this section of the house, but for now it will stay as it is".

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

"Ultimately" is an adverb.

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

As a B2-level word, "Ultimately" is typical of Cambridge B2 First (FCE), IELTS band 5.5–6.5, TOEFL iBT 72–94, PTE Academic 59–75, TOEIC Listening & Reading 785+. 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 "Ultimately"?

"Ultimately" is pronounced /ˈəl-tə-mət-lē/ and divided into syllables as ul·ti·mate·ly.

What is the origin of the word "Ultimately"?

First known use: 1652.