evenly — In a uniform, balanced, or regular manner; distributed equally without variation.
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: In a uniform, balanced, or regular manner; distributed equally without variation.
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈiːvənli/
Example Sentences
- The pizza was cut so evenly that even the math teacher was impressed.
- Please distribute the workload evenly among team members.
- The paint should be applied evenly to avoid streaks.
evenly
ADVERB[/ˈiːvənli/]
In a uniform, balanced, or regular manner; distributed equally without variation.
In a uniform, balanced, or regular manner; distributed equally without variation.
Cut evenly for a taste heavenly, served so cleverly!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old English 'efen' meaning flat or smooth, which evolved into modern English 'even', with the adverb-forming suffix '-ly' added.
Breakdown
even (flat, smooth, uniform) + -ly (adverb suffix meaning 'in a manner of')
🎵Rhyme
📝Examples
“The pizza was cut so evenly that even the math teacher was impressed.”
“Please distribute the workload evenly among team members.”
“The paint should be applied evenly to avoid streaks.”
“My cat's purring is so evenly rhythmic that I use it as a meditation soundtrack.”
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