eve Definition
- 1the day or period of time immediately before an event or occasion
- 2the evening
Using eve: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "eve" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
We always have a big dinner on Christmas Eve.
Example
The eve of the election was filled with anticipation and anxiety.
Example
She arrived home late in the eve.
eve Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for eve
- evening
- day before
- night before
- vigil
Phrases with eve
New Year's Eve
the last day of the year, December 31st, celebrated with parties and social gatherings
Example
They spent New Year's Eve watching fireworks and drinking champagne.
All Hallows' Eve
the night of October 31st, celebrated as Halloween
Example
On All Hallows' Eve, children dress up in costumes and go trick-or-treating.
Christmas Eve
the day before Christmas Day, celebrated with family gatherings and traditions
Example
We always open one present on Christmas Eve.
Origins of eve
from Old English 'ǣfen', meaning 'evening'
Summary: eve in Brief
The term 'eve' [iv] refers to the day or period of time immediately before an event or occasion, or the evening. It is often used in reference to holidays or special occasions, such as 'New Year's Eve' or 'Christmas Eve.'
