CEFR B2

ultimate

adjective

Meaning

Being or happening at the end of a long process, series of events, or time; final.

Examples

This is the ultimate decision, and no one can change it.
After years of hard work, she achieved her ultimate dream of becoming a doctor.

Synonyms: final, conclusive, paramount, supreme

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ultimate (B2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˈʌltəmət/

Definition

Being or happening at the end of a long process, series of events, or time; final.

Examples

This is the ultimate decision, and no one can change it.
After years of hard work, she achieved her ultimate dream of becoming a doctor.
The ultimate outcome of the negotiations remains uncertain.

How to Use ultimate

ultimate goal (collocation): The most important or final aim. — "His ultimate goal was to win the championship."
ultimate responsibility (collocation): The greatest or final level of accountability. — "The captain bears the ultimate responsibility for the safety of the ship."
ultimate outcome (collocation): The final result or consequence. — "We are waiting to see the ultimate outcome of the election."

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