even
Translation
even, level, flat, equal
Examples
He can't even write his own name.
He can't even write his own name.
It's even colder today.
It's even colder today.
The road was flat and even.
The road was flat and even.
Six is an even number.
Six is an even number.
Grammar Patterns
even + comparative ((adjective)) used to emphasize a comparison It's even colder today.
even + ((noun/pronoun)) used to emphasize something surprising Even a child can do it.
Similar Words
Synonyms (adverb): still, yet; Synonyms (adjective): flat, level; Antonyms (adjective): uneven, odd
Etymology
From Old English 'efn', meaning 'level' or 'equal'.
Memory Tips
Picture a balance scale being 'even' or level. This image can extend to the idea of 'balancing' a statement by adding 'even' for emphasis.