even (EN)

adverb, adjective, verb

adverb “even”

1. used to highlight an extreme example to prove a point
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   Even the most careful person makes a mistake sometimes.
2. used to emphasize a comparison
   She was fast in the preliminaries, but in the finals, she was even faster.
3. used to clarify a previous statement
   That's rather nice―amazing, even.

adjective “even”

1. flat, without bumps or irregularities
   Before laying the tiles, make sure the floor is completely even.
2. consistent and steady, without sudden changes
   He kept an even pace throughout the marathon, never speeding up or slowing down.
3. having the same amount, size, or value
   Make sure the slices of cake are even so everyone gets the same amount.
4. fairly matched in abilities or qualities
   The two teams played an even match, with both scoring two goals each.
5. capable of being divided by two without a remainder
   Eight is an even number because it can be divided by two.
6. having settled all debts, neither owing money nor being owed money or favor
   After paying back the $10 she owed me, we were even.

verb “even”

1. to make a surface smooth and level
   Before laying the tiles, we must even the floor.