uneven

/ʌnˈivən/
adjective
  1. Not level, flat, or smooth; having a surface that is not even.
    • The old sidewalk was cracked and uneven, making it hard to push a stroller.
    • She tripped on the uneven ground in the forest.
    • The painter had to sand the wall because the surface was uneven.
  2. Not equal in amount, quality, or degree; varying or inconsistent.
    • The distribution of wealth in the country is very uneven.
    • Her performance in the competition was uneven; she started strong but faded at the end.
    • The quality of his work has been uneven — some projects are excellent, others are poor.
  3. (of a contest or competition) Not balanced; giving one side an advantage.
    • It was an uneven match between the experienced champion and the rookie.
    • The debate felt uneven since one speaker had much more time to prepare.
    • The basketball game was uneven because one team had all the star players.
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