In each of this question choose the option opposite in meaning to the word or phrase underlined:
The accused was eventually convicted.
Answer Details
The word "eventually" means "after a long time, typically after much delay or difficulty". An opposite word to "eventually" would mean that something happens quickly or without delay.
Out of the given options, the opposite word to "eventually" is "initially", which means "at first, at the beginning". Therefore, the sentence with the opposite meaning would be "The accused was initially acquitted."