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Eve Definition & Meaning

eve
noun
  1. (Old Testament) Adam's wife in Judeo-Christian mythology: the first woman and mother of the human race; God created Eve from Adam's rib and placed Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden
  2. the day before; "he always arrives on the eve of her departure"
  3. the period immediately before something; "on the eve of the French Revolution"
  4. the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall); "he enjoyed the evening light across the lake"

"Eve" in song lyrics

See how eve is used in real songs:

  • "And Hollywood squares on New Year's Eve"
    9th Prince — Raised Cain
  • "And all the Heavyweight crew puttin it down, Ten Cent Eve"
    Aceyalone — Mic Check
  • "Even with a weave, I can't stand Eve"
    Afroman — Whack Rappers

Usage tips for "eve"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "eve" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for eve to find words that pair well.

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Frequently asked questions

What does eve mean?
(Old Testament) Adam's wife in Judeo-Christian mythology: the first woman and mother of the human race; God created Eve from Adam's rib and placed Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden the day before; "he always arrives on the eve of her departure" the period immediately before something; "on the eve of the French Revolution" the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall); "he enjoyed the evening light across the lake"
What part of speech is eve?
Eve is a noun.
How many definitions does eve have?
Eve has 4 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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