Inevitably

//ɪˈnɛvɪtəbli// adv

adv ·Uncommon ·College level

Definitions

Adverb
  1. 1
    In a manner that is impossible to avoid or prevent. not-comparable

    "Inevitably, all creatures eventually die."

  2. 2
    As usual; predictably; as expected. not-comparable

    "Inevitably, the next-door neighbour began to mow his lawn just as she lays down her head after a long night shift."

Adverb
  1. 1
    in such a manner as could not be otherwise wordnet
  2. 2
    by necessity wordnet

Synonyms

All synonyms
certainlyineluctablyof necessityaccordinglyalwaysalways

Example

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"Due to his high grades, he will inevitably be accepted to the university."

Etymology

From inevitable + -ly.

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