in the end meaning and definition

IN THE END adverb

Definition of in the end (adverb)

1. after a very lengthy period of time
   • "she will succeed in the long run"
   • synonyms: in the long run
2. as the end result of a succession or process
   • "ultimately he had to give in"; "at long last the winter was over"
   • synonyms: at last, at long last, finally, ultimately