Emily Dickinson Lexicon
Definition for E'VEN-NESS
E'VEN-NESS, n.
- The state of being even, level or smooth; equality of surface.
- Uniformity; regularity; as, evenness of motion.
- Freedom from inclination to either side; equal distance from either extreme. Hale.
- Horizontal position; levelness of surface; as, the evenness of a fluid at rest.
- Impartiality between parties; equal respect.
- Calmness; equality of temper; freedom from perturbation; a state of mind not subject to elevation or depression; equanimity. Atterbury.
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