ultimately (B1)

adverb

Pronunciation: /ˈʌltɪmətli/

Definition

In the end; after everything else has been considered or done.

Examples

• Ultimately, the decision rests with the board of directors.

• We tried many solutions, but ultimately, we had to start over.

• His success was ultimately due to hard work and perseverance.

How to Use ultimately

ultimately responsible for (collocation)

Having the final duty or blame for something. — "The CEO is ultimately responsible for the company's actions."

ultimately led to (collocation)

As the final result, something caused another event or situation. — "The economic downturn ultimately led to widespread job losses."

Synonyms of ultimately

Words with a similar meaning to ultimately:

• finally
• eventually
• in the end
• at the end of the day

Antonyms of ultimately

Words with the opposite meaning to ultimately:

• initially
• primarily

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