eventual

adjective

even·​tu·​al i-ˈven(t)-sh(ə-)wəl How to pronounce eventual (audio)
-ˈven-chəl, 
-chü-əl
Synonyms of eventualnext
1
archaic : contingent, conditional
2
: taking place at an unspecified later time : ultimately resulting
They counted on our eventual success.

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That gave the Reds a two-run lead and an eventual 3-2 victory over the Orioles. — C. Trent Rosecrans, New York Times, 6 July 2026 The go-ahead run had been on the line with that challenge in the Dodgers’ eventual 8-7 win over the Rockies in 11 innings. — Maddie Lee, Los Angeles Times, 7 July 2026 Before tucking into a feast of comfort foods, lunch and dinner guests learn about the landmark’s turbulent history and eventual eviction from its original location less than a mile away. — Midwest Living, 6 July 2026 But Republicans are already laying the groundwork to associate the eventual nominee with Platner, highlighting his attempt to negotiate a replacement. — David Sivak, The Washington Examiner, 7 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for eventual

Word History

First Known Use

1645, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of eventual was in 1645

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eventual

adjective
even·​tu·​al i-ˈvench-(ə-)wəl How to pronounce eventual (audio)
-ˈven-chəl
: coming at some later time : ultimate
our eventual success

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