Definition of "finally" in English

adverb

1. At the end or conclusion; ultimately.

   • The contest was long, but the Romans finally conquered.

2. At bottom; ultimately; when all is considered.

3. (sequence) To finish (with); lastly (in the present).

   • Finally, I washed my dog.
   • Finally, I'd like to thanks all the people who helped to make it this far.

4. (manner) Definitively, comprehensively.

   • The question of his long-term success has now been finally settled.