1. in the second to last position or order

Examples

• The runner finished penultimately in the race.
• Her name appeared penultimately on the alphabetical list.
• The chapter penultimately discusses the main character’s downfall.
• He was penultimately called to receive his diploma.
• The song penultimately featured a guitar solo before the final chorus.
• The team ranked penultimately in the tournament standings.