ultimately

• Adverbe signifiant « en fin de compte » ou « finalement », utilisé pour indiquer le résultat définitif ou l'aspect le plus fondamental d'une situation après examen de tous les facteurs.

An adverb meaning 'in the end' or 'finally,' used to indicate the final result or the most fundamental aspect of a situation after considering all factors.

1. Finally or in the endB2formal

   After everything else has been considered or done; eventually.

   finalement, en fin de compte

   • Ultimately, the decision rests with the board of directors.
   • She worked hard and ultimately achieved her goal.
   • The project was delayed, but ultimately it was a success.

   Synonymesat lastat lengtheventuallyfinallyin due coursein the endin the long run

2. Fundamentally or basicallyB2formal

   Used to indicate the most basic or important aspect of something.

   au fond, fondamentalement

   • Ultimately, the problem is about communication.
   • The issue is ultimately a matter of trust.
   • Ultimately, we all want the same thing: peace and prosperity.

   Synonymesat bottombasicallychieflyessentiallyfundamentallyin essenceprimarily