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adjDefinition of EVEN
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a : being any of the integers (as −2, 0, and +2) that are divisible by two without leaving a remainder b : marked by an even number c : being a mathematical function such that f(x) = f(−x) where the value remains unchanged if the sign of the independent variable is reversed
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: as likely as not : fifty-fifty <an even chance of winning>
— even·ly adverb
— even·ness \-vən-nəs\ noun
— on an even keel also on even keel
: in a sound or stable condition
Examples of EVEN
- We finally reached even ground after the long climb.
- They slowed down and waited for him to draw even.
- She spoke with a calm, even voice.
- the even beat of the drum
Origin of EVEN
Middle English, from Old English efen; akin to Old High German eban even
First Known Use: before 12th century
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