unevenly

• Adverbe signifiant « de manière inégale, irrégulière, non constante » ; peut décrire des surfaces physiques, la répartition de ressources ou la qualité d'une exécution.

An adverb meaning "in a way that is not level, smooth, or regular" or "in a way that is not equal or consistent." It can describe physical surfaces, distribution of resources, or the quality of performance.

1. In an irregular mannerB2formal

   In a way that is not smooth, level, or regular; with variations in surface or texture.

   de manière irrégulière

   • The old road was paved unevenly, making the ride bumpy.
   • She applied the paint unevenly, leaving visible streaks.
   • The ground was unevenly covered with patches of grass and dirt.

   Synonymesinconsistentlyirregularlypatchilyroughlyunsteadily

   Antonymesevenlyregularlysmoothly

2. In a ragged or inconsistent mannerB2formal

   In a way that is not uniform or consistent; with noticeable gaps or irregularities.

   de manière inégale

   • The team performed unevenly throughout the season, winning some games and losing others.
   • The fabric was cut unevenly, leaving frayed edges.
   • His breathing was unevenly paced after the long run.

   Synonymeserraticallyfitfullyinconsistentlyintermittentlyirregularlypatchilyraggedlysporadicallyvariably

   Antonymesconsistentlyevenlyuniformly

3. In an unequal or partial mannerB2formal

   In a way that is not balanced or fair; favoring one side over another.

   de manière inégale

   • The resources were distributed unevenly among the departments.
   • The judge ruled unevenly, showing bias toward one party.
   • Wealth is often spread unevenly across different regions.

   Synonymesdisproportionatelylopsidedlyone-sidedlypartiallyunequallyunfairly

   Antonymesequallyevenlyfairlyimpartiallyuniformly