ultimately

In the end, after everything else has happened or been considered.

• Ultimately, we decided to stay.
• The plan ultimately failed because it cost too much.
• You are ultimately responsible for your own choices.

Similar words: in the end, eventually, finally

Common phrases: ultimately responsible, ultimately decide, ultimately fail, ultimately depend on

Used to introduce the action or point that matters most.

• Ultimately, you need to keep everyone safe.
• We can discuss details, but ultimately we must choose a leader.
• Ultimately, what matters is whether the children learn.

Similar words: above all, most importantly

Common phrases: ultimately what matters, ultimately we must, ultimately you need

Used to introduce the last point in a list.

• Firstly, check the price; secondly, check the quality; ultimately, check the warranty.
• We discuss costs, timing, and ultimately staffing.
• Firstly, we need chairs; secondly, tables; ultimately, a place to put them.

Similar words: lastly, finally

Opposites: firstly

Common phrases: and ultimately, ultimately we consider