Eve
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /iːv/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Eve is a noun meaning The day or night before, usually used for holidays, such as Christmas Eve.
Meaning
The day or night before, usually used for holidays, such as Christmas Eve.
More Meanings
- (figurative) The period of time when something is just about to happen or to be introduced
- (archaic, poetic) Evening, night.
Example Sentences
on a cold winter's eve.
the eve of a scientific discovery
She died on the eve of her 100th birthday.
And has she tired of weeping / As she lies down at eve.
Word Forms
- eves
Synonyms for eve
Depending on context, synonyms include een, eventide, forenight, evening.
Antonyms for eve
Common opposites include evening, winter.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include evening, eventide, hallow, verge, residence, robot.
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