even
/ˈivən/
adverb
- Used to emphasize something surprising or extreme.
- She was so tired she couldn't even keep her eyes open.
- Even the teacher didn't know the answer.
- He didn't even say goodbye before leaving.
- Used to compare, showing that something is more than expected.
- This movie is even better than the first one.
- She ran even faster than before.
- The weather got even colder as the night went on.
verb
- To make something flat, level, or equal.
- He tried to even the pile of sand with a rake.
- The company plans to even the pay between men and women.
- Use a level to even the shelf before attaching it.
adjective
- Flat, level, or smooth; not uneven or bumpy.
- We need an even piece of ground to set up the tent.
- The carpenter made sure the table surface was perfectly even.
- The road was so even that the bike ride felt smooth.
- Equal in amount, size, or degree; balanced.
- We want an even distribution of the work.
- The two teams had an even score at halftime.
- She cut the cake into even slices for everyone.
- Of a number: divisible by two; not odd.
- She only likes to bet on even numbers.
- Can you tell me if 17 is even or odd?
- 2, 4, and 6 are even numbers.
- Calm and not easily upset; steady.
- She remained even throughout the stressful meeting.
- He has an even temper and rarely gets angry.
- The speaker kept an even tone despite the interruptions.