even (A1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˈiːvən/

Definition

Equal in score, score, or amount.

Examples

• The game ended with a score of 3-3, so the teams were even.

• After splitting the bill, they were even.

• We're even now; you don't owe me any money.

How to Use even

even if (prepositional phrase)

Despite the possibility that something might happen. — "I will go to the party even if you don't."

even though (prepositional phrase)

Despite the fact that something is true. — "Even though it was late, we continued our work."

not even (collocation)

Used to emphasize the absence of something or the lack of effort. — "She didn't even look at me."

make even (collocation)

To make something level or equal. — "Please make the surface even before painting."

Synonyms of even

Words with a similar meaning to even:

• equal
• level
• balanced

Antonyms of even

Words with the opposite meaning to even:

• unequal
• lopsided

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