View synonyms for

finally

[ fahyn-l-ee ]

Phonetic (Standard)IPA

adverb

at the final point or moment; in the end.
in a final manner; conclusively or decisively.
at last; eventually; after considerable delay:
After three tries, he finally passed his driving test.

finally

/ ˈ�ڲ�ɪ��ə��ɪ /

adverb

after a long delay; at last; eventually
at the end or final point; lastly
completely; conclusively; irrevocably

sentence connector

in the end; lastly
finally, he put his tie on
as the last or final point: linking what follows with the previous statements, as in a speech or argument

Discover More

Word History and Origins

Origin of finally¹

First recorded in 1325–75; final + -ly

Discover More

Example Sentences

Examples have not been reviewed.

She doesn’t kill him, and the cops finally take him into custody.

From

"When we heard of his passing, it came with a certain comfort to the soul, because we knew our loved one was finally at peace, and once again, he was simply our Uncle Jorge."

From

The girl with one good eye who finally had some vision.

From

After using the term in news conferences, meetings and conversations around the Lakers’ facility all season, Redick and the coaches finally decided to define to the team in a meeting.

From

Or are we finally ready to value longevity, craftsmanship and emotional connection to what we wear?

From

Related Words

finalize finals

Browse