Eventual Meaning
/ɪˈvɛn.(t)ʃʊ.əl/Definition, CEFR level C1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
adjFinally resulting or occurring (after a period of time); inevitable.
adjPertaining to events; event-related, evential.
Sentence Examples
Justice is slow, but eventual.
Events in the summer of 1972 set the scene for President Nixon's eventual downfall.
Hard work and dedication led to his eventual success in business.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The ____ outcome of the negotiation was a fair compromise.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
Although the project faced many delays, its ____ success was never in doubt.
Word Origin & History
From event + -ual; compare French éventuel. The third sense is influenced by any of several European languages, including German eventuell, French éventuel, Italian eventuale, Spanish eventual, Swedish eventuell.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The ____ outcome of the negotiation was a fair compromise.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
Although the project faced many delays, its ____ success was never in doubt.