inevitably
- 01 B2 Upper Intermediate
in a way that is impossible to avoid or prevent.
in a manner that is certain to occur; impossible to evade or forestall.
Simple“If you don't study for the exam, you will inevitably fail.”
In context“The rapid expansion of the city inevitably led to increased traffic congestion and a shortage of affordable housing in the central districts.”
UsageTypically placed before the main verb or after the first auxiliary verb.
SynonymsAntonymsavoidablyuncertainly - 02 C1 Advanced
as you would expect to happen in a certain situation.
occurring as a natural or expected consequence of a situation; predictably.
Simple“Inevitably, the party ended with everyone singing together.”
In context“Inevitably, the conversation turned to politics as soon as the formal dinner had concluded.”
UsageOften used as a sentence adverb at the beginning of a clause to set the tone.
SynonymspredictablyexpectedlyAntonyms
Usage inevitably lead · inevitably result
“A destabilised Lebanon would inevitably destabilise Syria as well.”
“One of Gustavson’s victims speaks compellingly, but “Michael” inevitably has his face and voice disguised.”
From inevitable + -ly.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.