At the end of a process or period of time; in the end, especially after a long delay, dispute, or series of problems.
event+ual+ly
Shared component: event · occurrence
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occurrence
Related forms: event · 10 words in this dictionary
Related words
Shared components, not spelling prefixesfull of interesting or important events
event+ful
Shared component: event · occurrence
to happen or occur as a final result or consequence.
event+u+ate
Shared component: event · occurrence
An event that is disappointing because it is much less interesting or exciting than expected.
non+event
Shared component: event · occurrence
Occurring after, or relating to the period following, an event.
post+event
Shared component: event · occurrence
lacking in significant or interesting occurrences; monotonous.
un+event+ful
Shared component: event · occurrence
A possible event or outcome, especially one that is unpleasant or unwelcome.
event+ual+ity
Shared component: event · occurrence
eventualExtended relation
Happening or existing at the end of a process or period of time.
event+u+al
Extended relation: event · occurrence
pre-eventExtended relation
Taking place or existing before a main event.
pre+event
Extended relation: event · occurrence
uneventfullyExtended relation
in a way that is not marked by interesting or exciting events; in a calm and ordinary manner.
un+event+fully
Extended relation: event · occurrence