even — flat, level, or smooth; equal in number, amount, or value
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: flat, level, or smooth; equal in number, amount, or value
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈiːvən/
Example Sentences
- My cat is so lazy that even the doorbell doesn't wake him up.
- The score was even at 2-2 until the final minute.
- She's so bad at cooking that even instant noodles taste weird.
even
ADJECTIVE[/ˈiːvən/]
flat, level, or smooth; equal in number, amount, or value
The carpenter's wooden plank is finally even after careful sanding.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old English 'efen', meaning 'flat' or 'level'. The word derives from a common Germanic root shared with German 'eben', reflecting Proto-Germanic origins in describing uniform or equal surfaces.
Breakdown
Even originates from Old English 'efen' (flat, level), with no distinct morphological components; the modern form developed through regular phonetic evolution from Old English to Middle English to Modern English.
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📝Examples
“My cat is so lazy that even the doorbell doesn't wake him up.”
“The score was even at 2-2 until the final minute.”
“She's so bad at cooking that even instant noodles taste weird.”
“Make sure the table legs are even before the guests arrive.”
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