uneven
adjective
un·even
ˌən-ˈē-vən 
unevenly
adverb
Examples of uneven in a Sentence
His breathing was shallow and uneven.
You should check your car's tires often for signs of uneven wear.
an uneven distribution of wealth
We have an uneven number of players, so we'll have to rotate.
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Check the base of the unit, too: Dirt can settle underneath, making the entire thing uneven, leading to performance issues and major repairs down the road, Drew says.
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Angela Haupt, Time, 3 June 2025
The American game was largely insular, coaching education uneven, and infrastructure limited.
—Lee Igel, Forbes.com, 3 June 2025
Staying put … most likely? Radko Gudas Gudas, 34, has had two uneven seasons in Anaheim.
—Eric Stephens, New York Times, 2 June 2025
As was the case during his one-plus seasons with the Heat, Bryant’s ride with the Pacers has been one of uneven playing time and plenty of towel waving from the bench.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 2 June 2025
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Angela Haupt, Time, 3 June 2025
The American game was largely insular, coaching education uneven, and infrastructure limited.
—Lee Igel, Forbes.com, 3 June 2025
Staying put … most likely? Radko Gudas Gudas, 34, has had two uneven seasons in Anaheim.
—Eric Stephens, New York Times, 2 June 2025
As was the case during his one-plus seasons with the Heat, Bryant’s ride with the Pacers has been one of uneven playing time and plenty of towel waving from the bench.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 2 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for uneven
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“Uneven.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/uneven. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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uneven
adjective
un·even
ˌən-ˈē-vən
ˈən-
2
: varying from the straight or parallel
3
: not constant : irregular
uneven earnings
4
: varying in quality
an uneven performance
unevenly
adverb
unevenness
noun
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