CEFR B1

unevenly

adverb

Meaning

In a manner that is not level, smooth, or consistent; not equally distributed or balanced.

Examples

The old road was paved unevenly, making the car ride quite bumpy.
She spread the frosting unevenly on the cake, leaving some parts bare.

Synonyms: irregularly, disproportionately, inconsistently, erratically

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unevenly (B1)

adverb

Pronunciation: /ʌnˈiːvənli/

Definition

In a manner that is not level, smooth, or consistent; not equally distributed or balanced.

Examples

The old road was paved unevenly, making the car ride quite bumpy.
She spread the frosting unevenly on the cake, leaving some parts bare.
The light fell unevenly across the stage, creating strong shadows in certain areas.

How to Use unevenly

unevenly distributed (collocation): Not spread out equally. — "Wealth is often unevenly distributed in society."
unevenly balanced (collocation): Not in a stable or equal state. — "The scales were unevenly balanced, favoring one side."
unevenly paved (collocation): Having a surface that is not smooth or level. — "Walking on the unevenly paved path was difficult."

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