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• Adjectif signifiant lisse, plat, uniforme, sans différence ou sans variations; utilisé aussi pour décrire des nombres divisibles par deux sans reste.

An adjective meaning flat, level, equal, or without variation; also used to describe numbers that are divisible by two.

1. Flat or levelA1formal

   Having a surface that is smooth, flat, or without bumps; not sloping.

   plan, uni

   • The table needs to be even before we can place the books on it.
   • He used a spirit level to make sure the picture was hung even.
   • The road was surprisingly even after the recent repairs.

   Synonymesflatlevelplaneregularsmoothuniform

   Antonymesbumpyirregularroughslantedslopingunevenwavy

2. Equal or balancedB1formal

   Being the same in amount, size, or degree; having equal odds or chances.

   égal, équitable

   • The two teams have even scores after the first half.
   • She split the cake into even slices for everyone.
   • The competition offers even opportunities for all participants.

   Synonymesbalancedcommensurateequalidenticallevelproportionatetantamountuniform

   Antonymesdisproportionateimbalancedlopsidedunequaluneven

3. Exactly, preciselyB2informal

   Used to indicate that something is exactly or precisely the case, often with a contrasting idea.

   même, précisément

   • Even the tiniest mistake can cause the whole experiment to fail.
   • He arrived even before the scheduled start time.
   • She understood the concept even without the teacher's explanation.

   Synonymesexactprecise

4. Emphatic ‘also’ or ‘still’B2informal

   Used to emphasize that something applies in addition to something else, often with a sense of surprise or contrast.

   Même (emphase additive)

   • Even the experts were surprised by the sudden market shift.
   • She was tired, but she even managed to finish the marathon.
   • Even after the rain, the children continued to play outside.

   Synonymesalsoas wellindeedstilltooyet

• Adverbe utilisé pour mettre en relief, signifiant « réellement », « encore », « de façon surprenante », introduisant souvent un contraste ou un ajout inattendu (par exemple, « même elle a accepté »).

An adverb used to add emphasis, meaning "indeed," "still," or "surprisingly," often introducing a contrast or an unexpected addition (e.g., "even she agreed").

1. also; includingA1informal

   Used to indicate that something mentioned is included in a statement, often unexpectedly or surprisingly.

   même (sens inclusif)

   • Even the children were invited to the party.
   • She likes jazz, and even her brother enjoys it.
   • Even a beginner can solve this puzzle.
   • He answered all the questions, even the hardest ones.

   Synonymesadditionallyalsobesideslikewisetoo

2. still; neverthelessB1informal

   Used for emphasis to show that something remains true despite a previous condition or expectation.

   encore (malgré tout)

   • Even after the rain stopped, the streets were slippery.
   • She was tired, but she kept working even then.
   • Even when he was late, they waited for him.
   • The program kept running even after the error message.

   Synonymesneverthelessnonethelessnotwithstandingstillyet

• Rendre quelque chose plat, égal ou équilibré ; ajuster ou ramener à un état uniforme.

A verb meaning to make something level, equal, or balanced; to adjust or bring into a uniform state.

1. to make level or equalB1formaltechnical

   To bring something to a uniform height, level, or state; to flatten or even out.

   aplanir, niveler

   • He evened the ground before laying the foundation.
   • She evened the sauce so it had a smooth texture.
   • The carpenter evened the table top with a planer.

   Synonymesalignbalanceequalizeflattenlevelsmoothsquare

   Antonymesalterdisruptdisturbroughenuneven

2. to bring to parityB2formalbusiness

   To adjust amounts, numbers, or conditions so that they match or are balanced.

   égaliser, équilibrer

   • The accountant evened the books after finding several errors.
   • We need to even the budget across all departments.
   • The referee evened the score by awarding a penalty.

   Synonymesalignbalanceequalizeequatelevelmatchsquare

   Antonymesdifferentiatedisparitydisturbunbalanceupset

3. to get even (revenge)B2informalamerican

   To take retaliation or revenge against someone who has harmed you.

   se venger

   • After the prank, he vowed to even the score with his brother.
   • She finally evened with her rival by winning the championship.
   • He plans to even things up after being cheated out of his promotion.

   Synonymesavengerepayrequiteretaliaterevengesettlesquare

Variantes phrasaleven offeven outeven up