Definitions

eventual

[ih-ven-choo-uhl] / ɪˈvɛn tʃu əl /

ADJECTIVE

future, concluding

Synonyms

STRONGEST

conditional consequent inevitable possible prospective ultimate

WEAK

closing contingent dependent down the pike down the road ending endmost ensuing final hindmost in the cards indirect last later latter overall resulting secondary succeeding terminal ulterior vicarious

Antonyms

STRONGEST

beginning unlikely

WEAK

past

Example Sentences

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While AI is a significant innovation, Grantham warns that an eventual AI bubble deflation could lead to economic stumble and severe decline in valuations.

From Barron's

That is a notable shift for two companies that have been in the relative doghouse with investors of late, given growing concern in the market about runaway AI spending and its eventual payoff.

From The Wall Street Journal

Bessent’s irritation over the probe stemmed in part from concerns that his delicate dancework to secure Powell’s eventual departure had been trampled on by colleagues who didn’t understand the steps, this person said.

From The Wall Street Journal

The Ducks reached the CFP semifinals where they lost to the eventual national champion Hoosiers.

From Los Angeles Times

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