Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
penultimate-stage
Noun
/pəˈnʌltɪmət steɪdʒ/
Definition
The second to last stage in a process or sequence.
Examples
- In the penultimate stage of the project, we finalized the design.
- The penultimate stage of the marathon is the 20-mile mark, where many runners face fatigue.
- During the penultimate stage of the film, the protagonist confronts the antagonist.
Meaning
Referring to the stage that comes just before the final one, often used in various contexts, such as in project management or storytelling.
Synonyms
- second to last
- next to last
- almost final
