Finally

/ˈfaɪnəli/

Meaning & Definition

adverb

After a long time, typically used to denote the last in a series of events or actions.

After waiting for hours, we finally got a table at the restaurant.

At last; in the end; ultimately.

She studied hard, and finally passed the exam.

Used to introduce the last point in a list or argument.

Finally, we need to consider the budget before making a decision.

As a final point or concession.

Finally, I must admit that I was wrong about the project timeline.

Middle English, from Old French 'final', from Latin 'finalis' meaning 'final'.

finally got it

to understand or achieve something after much effort

finally here

to say something has arrived after a long wait

finally found out

to discover the truth after uncertainty

finally made it

to successfully reach a destination or goal after difficulty

final

the last part or conclusion of something.

finite

having limits or bounds.

finish

to bring to a completion.

Yay, it's over!

I finally finished my exams, yay!

It's about time!

You finally called me back; I thought you forgot!