Even

/ˈiːvΙ™n/

The meaning and definition of Even, with examples, synonyms, and a word game to make it stick.

Definition

verb
  1. To place in an equal state, as to obligation, or in a state in which nothing is due on either side; to balance, as accounts; to make quits.
    β€œWe need to even the score.”
  2. To make flat and level.
    β€œWe need to even this playing field; the west goal is too low.”
adjective
  1. (of an integer) Divisible by two.
    β€œFour, fourteen and forty are even numbers.”
  2. On equal terms of a moral sort; quits.
    β€œYou biffed me back at the barn, and I biffed you hereβ€”so now we're even.”
Synonyms match flatten level settle round on par
Antonyms odd uneven

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