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ULT-im-uh-tlee/ˈʌltɪmətli/

Ultimately means in the end, after everything else has been considered — the fundamental result or responsibility. Finally often marks the last step in a sequence; ultimately marks the decisive outcome (Ultimately, it is a political choice). Ultimate is the adjective (the ultimate aim); do not use the adverb three times in one paragraph.

Meaning

In the end, after everything else.

Examples

• “Ultimately, the decision is yours.”
• “Several factors played a part, but ultimately funding decided it.”
• “Ultimately, parents remain responsible for the child's safety.”

Good to know

In the end / at the most basic level. finally = last in a sequence. Adjective: ultimate.

Near in meaning

eventually

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