Unevenly

Pronunciation: /ʌnˈiːvənli/

Definitions of unevenly

adverb modifies a verb, adjective, or another adverb by providing information on how the action is performed or how something is described

Example Sentences

A1 She walked unevenly on the cobblestone path.

A2 The cake was baked unevenly, with one side slightly burnt.

B1 The distribution of wealth in the country is unevenly spread among the population.

B2 The artist intentionally painted the sky unevenly to create a sense of movement in the artwork.

C1 The negotiations between the two countries progressed unevenly, with frequent setbacks and delays.

C2 The novel was praised for its complex characters and unevenly paced plot, keeping readers engaged until the end.

Examples of unevenly in a Sentence

formal The paint was applied unevenly, resulting in a streaky finish.

informal She cut the cake unevenly, but it still tasted delicious.

slang The basketball court was paved so unevenly, it was like playing on a rollercoaster.

figurative Her emotions were distributed unevenly, with moments of extreme joy followed by deep sadness.

Grammatical Forms of unevenly

• past tense: unevenly
• plural: unevenly
• comparative: more unevenly
• superlative: most unevenly
• present tense: unevenly
• future tense: will unevenly
• perfect tense: has unevenly
• continuous tense: is unevenly
• singular: unevenly
• positive degree: unevenly
• infinitive: to unevenly
• gerund: unevenly
• participle: unevenly

Origin and Evolution of unevenly

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'unevenly' originated from the combination of the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the word 'even' meaning 'equal or uniform'.

Evolution of the word: The word 'unevenly' has retained its original meaning of not being equal or uniform, but has also come to be used in a broader sense to describe things that are irregular or inconsistent in various contexts.