The difference between Finally and Initially
When used as adverbs, finally means at the end or conclusion, whereas initially means at the beginning.
check bellow for the other definitions of Finally and Initially
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Finally as an adverb:
At the end or conclusion; ultimately.
Examples:
"The contest was long, but the Romans finally conquered."
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Finally as an adverb (sequence):
To finish (with); lastly (in the present).
Examples:
"'Finally, I washed my dog."
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Finally as an adverb (manner):
Definitively, comprehensively.
Examples:
"The question of his long-term success has now been finally settled."
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Initially as an adverb:
At the beginning.
Examples:
"'Initially, I found city life incredibly difficult, but now I'm used to it."