Meaning of the word even in English

What does even mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

even

US /ˈiː.vən/

UK /ˈiː.vən/

flat and smooth; without bumps or hollows

Example:

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The road surface was perfectly even.

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Make sure the cake batter is even in the pan.

Antonym:

uneven rough

divisible by two without a remainder

Example:

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Four is an even number.

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Please choose an even number of items.

Antonym:

odd

used to emphasize something unexpected or surprising

Example:

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He didn't even say goodbye.

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Even a child could understand this.

Synonym:

also too besides

to make flat or smooth

Example:

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He used a roller to even out the soil.

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We need to even up the scores.

Synonym:

flatten level smooth