uneven
|un/e/ven|
B2
/ʌnˈiːvən/
not level or equal
Etymology
Etymology Information
'uneven' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'unefen', where 'un-' meant 'not' and 'efen' meant 'even or level'.
Historical Evolution
'unefen' transformed into the Middle English word 'uneven', and eventually became the modern English word 'uneven'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'not level or equal', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not level, smooth, or flat; rough or irregular.
The path was uneven and difficult to walk on.
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Adjective 2
not equal, as in size, length, or quality.
The competition was uneven, with one team clearly stronger than the others.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39