inevitably

adverb

in·​ev·​i·​ta·​bly i-ˈne-və-tə-blē 

1

: in an inevitable way

2

: as is to be expected

inevitably, it rained

Synonyms

• ineluctably
• inescapably
• ipso facto
• necessarily
• needs
• perforce
• unavoidably

Examples of inevitably in a Sentence

we must inevitably make some sacrifices if we are going to save money

Recent Examples on the Web

Looking Ahead While the pace of AI advancement remains uncertain, AI shopping assistants like Amazon’s Rufus will inevitably improve. —Kiri Masters, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024

Lulu, inevitably, meets a brutal end—first reduced to prostitution, then murdered by Jack the Ripper. —Alex Barasch, The New Yorker, 9 Dec. 2024

Tricia, long jealous of Sam’s relationship with Holly, has built around her life a brittle exterior that inevitably shatters. —Mary McNamara, Los Angeles Times, 9 Dec. 2024

This widespread use complicates the conversation, as any decision about TikTok’s future will inevitably affect millions of people who rely on it for various purposes. —Dewardric L. McNeal, CNBC, 5 Dec. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

inevitably

adverb

in·​ev·​i·​ta·​bly -blē 

1

: in an inevitable way

the hero inevitably defeats the enemy

2

: as is to be expected

inevitably, it rained