Eventual
Example: The change has eventual effects on system performance
Definition
"Eventual" describes something that happens at some point in the future, especially after a series of events or a process, rather than immediately or suddenly. It implies a final outcome or result that will occur as a consequence of preceding factors.
Etymology
The word "eventual" comes from the Latin word 'eventus,' meaning 'outcome' or 'result.' It was adopted into English in the late Middle Ages. Did you know? The sense of 'eventual' evolved to emphasize something that will happen in the end, even if it takes time.
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"Eventual" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (B1) - set 3", containing 113 commonly used words.
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