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Meaning of lastly
The primary meaning of the word "lastly" is to indicate the final point or item in a list, sequence, or process.
Etymology of lastly
The word "lastly" has its roots in Old English, with "last" coming from the Old English word "læst" meaning "latest" or "most recent", and the suffix "-ly" indicating manner or degree, with the word's meaning and usage evolving over time to its current form and function in Modern English.
Synonyms
finally
last
at last
in the end
ultimately
in conclusion
to conclude
to sum up
to finish
to end
to complete
at the end
to wind up
to round off
to terminate
to finish off
to bring to a close
to culminate
to climax
to crown
to top off
to cap off
to put the finishing touches to
to put the final touches to
to finalize
to settle
to conclude with
to close with
to end with
Definitions
- Used to indicate the last item in a list or sequence
- * Used to introduce a final point or remark
- * Used to indicate the most recent or latest thing
Usage Examples
- Firstly, we will discuss the budget, secondly, we will review the schedule, and lastly, we will assign tasks to each team member.
- * The company will be closed on Monday, Tuesday, and lastly, on Wednesday for the holiday.
- * The chef added the final touches to the dish, and lastly, garnished it with fresh herbs.
Antonyms
firstly
first
initially
at the beginning
in the beginning
to start
to begin
to commence
to initiate
to inaugurate
to introduce
to open
to start off
to kick off
to launch
to set in motion
to get underway
to embark
to set out
to commence with
to begin with