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penultimate

adjective

/pəˈnʌltɪmət/

Meaning

second to the last in a sequence or series

She finished the penultimate chapter before going to sleep.

second-to-last, next-to-last, preceding, prior, before-last

last, final

penultimate chapter, penultimate round, penultimate episode, penultimate day

Comprehensive or all-embracing; forming an arch over something.

humble in status, position, or manner

Involving or causing a complete or dramatic change.

having or showing quick intelligence; amusing in a clever way

causing trouble, difficulties, or discomfort; awkward; troublesome

gentle and submissive; humble; patient