Even Definition
even
adverb
- used as an intensive especially to indicate something unexpected; "even an idiot knows that"; "declined even to consider the idea"; "I don't have even a dollar!"
- in spite of; notwithstanding; "even when he is sick, he works"; "even with his head start she caught up with him"
- to a greater degree or extent; used with comparisons; "looked sick and felt even worse"; "an even (or still) more interesting problem"; "still another problem must be solved"; "a yet sadder tale"
- to the full extent; "loyal even unto death"
adjective
- divisible by two
- equal in degree or extent or amount; or equally matched or balanced; "even amounts of butter and sugar"; "on even terms"; "it was a fifty-fifty (or even) split"; "had a fifty- fifty (or even) chance"; "an even fight"
- being level or straight or regular and without variation as e.g. in shape or texture; or being in the same plane or at the same height as something else (i.e. even with); "an even application of varnish"; "an even floor"; "the road was not very even"; "the picture is even with the window"
- symmetrically arranged; "even features"; "regular features"; "a regular polygon"
- occurring at fixed intervals; "a regular beat"; "the even rhythm of his breathing"
- of the score in a contest; "the score is tied"
noun
- the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall); "he enjoyed the evening light across the lake"
verb
- make level or straight; "level the ground"
- become even or more even; "even out the surface"
- make even or more even
"Even" in song lyrics
See how even is used in real songs:
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"And the solar system rotes so harmonious and even"
Aceyalone — The Balance -
"Heavens the stakes are now even"
American Cream Team f/ Raekwon, RZA — It's Not a Game -
"You can get your guns even"
Apathy f/ Celph Titled, Grafh — DJ Unknown & Mekalek (Rare Species Freestyle)
Words that rhyme with even
Usage tips for "even"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "even" 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 even to find words that pair well.