ever

/ˈɛvər/
adverb
  1. At any time (used in questions, negatives, and comparisons).
    • I don't think I will ever forget that day.
    • Have you ever been to Japan?
    • She is the kindest person I have ever met.
  2. Always; continuously (often in phrases like 'forever' or 'ever after').
    • They promised to love each other forever.
    • He was ever ready to help a friend in need.
    • The legend says they lived happily ever after.
  3. Used to emphasize a comparison (e.g., 'ever better', 'ever more').
    • The team is working to produce ever better results.
    • Her voice grew ever softer as she fell asleep.
    • Technology is making our lives ever more convenient.
  4. Used in questions to express surprise or annoyance (informal).
    • How ever did you manage to finish so quickly?
    • Why ever would you say that?
    • What ever gave you that idea?
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