eventful

adjective

event·​ful i-ˈvent-fəl 

1

: full of or rich in events

2

: momentous

eventfully

i-ˈvent-fə-lē 

adverb

eventfulness noun

Synonyms of eventful

• important
• major
• significant
• historic
• big
• momentous

Examples of eventful in a Sentence

He led a short but eventful life.

It was an extremely eventful period in American history.

Recent Examples on the Web

Both Richard Clay and Thomas Fortune had eventful Season 3 arcs. — Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 19 Oct. 2026

After an eventful night at the fair – 11-year-old Alistair Lehto grew a giant that hit 1,815 pounds, earning him $500 and the title of Youth Grower of the Year – the fateful time finally arrives. — Cameron Pugh, Christian Science Monitor, 16 Oct. 2026

Last week, the final shows in Paris wrapped up an eventful Fashion Month—but the exciting fashions hardly ended there. — Christian Allaire, Vogue, 11 Oct. 2026

Here’s a look at other drivers who had eventful Sundays at Charlotte Motor Speedway. — Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 11 Oct. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1616, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for eventful

• resentful
• uneventful

Kids Definition

eventful

adjective

event·​ful i-ˈvent-fəl 

1

: full of events

an eventful day

2

: very important : momentous

eventfully

-fə-lē 

adverb

eventfulness noun