evenly
- 01 B2 Upper Intermediate
in a way that gives the same amount or space to everyone or everything.
in a uniform manner of distribution, ensuring equal proportions or quantities across a set.
Simple“Make sure you spread the sauce evenly over the pizza base.”
In context“The inheritance was divided evenly among the three siblings to avoid any potential for family conflict or resentment.”
Antonymsunevenlydisproportionately - 02 B2 Upper Intermediate
in a way that makes a surface flat or smooth.
in a manner that creates a level, smooth, or horizontal surface without bumps.
Simple“The gardener raked the soil evenly before planting the new seeds.”
In context“The carpenter sanded the tabletop until the wood felt perfectly smooth and the light reflected evenly across its surface.”
SynonymslevellysmoothlyAntonyms - 03 C1 Advanced
in a calm and steady way, especially when speaking.
in a steady, balanced, or composed manner, often referring to the tone of voice or breathing.
Simple“She breathed evenly to stay calm during the difficult interview.”
In context“Despite the provocative nature of the questioning, the diplomat replied evenly, refusing to let his frustration show through his voice.”
- 04 B2 Upper Intermediate
in a way that can be divided by the number two without any remainder.
describing a mathematical division that results in a whole number when divided by two.
Simple“The number ten can be divided evenly by two.”
In context“In this equation, the total must be divisible evenly by two for the subsequent logic to hold true.”
UsageUsually follows the verb 'divide'.
Usage evenly distribute
From Middle English evenly, evenliche, from Old English efenlīċe (“evenly, alike, equally”), equivalent to even + -ly.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.