eventful
A1Pronunciation
UK
- /ɪvˈɛntfəl/
US
- /iˈvɛntfəl/
- /ɪˈvɛntfəl/
Description
- full of things happening
- memorable
- full of surprises
- not dull
An eventful time is not just busy; it is full of things that happen, often unexpected, important, or interesting ones. Think about a road trip: a dull trip might be hours of highway, but an eventful one could include a flat tire, a detour through a small town, and meeting interesting people along the way.
"Eventful" suggests that the time stands out because a lot went on. It does not necessarily mean good events; it just means things happened. A week filled with unexpected problems can be as eventful as a week of celebrations. You might describe your childhood as "eventful" if you moved around a lot, or a particular year as "eventful" if major changes took place.
The word "eventful" describes a period of time or an experience marked by many events, often important, interesting, or unexpected ones. It suggests something fuller and more active than an ordinary routine. For example: "Their honeymoon was incredibly eventful, filled with adventures and unexpected discoveries."
While simply being busy doesn't automatically make something "eventful," the word implies more than just a packed schedule. Eventful experiences are usually memorable because they involve happenings that stand out—whether positive or negative. A quiet day at home is not eventful; a surprise party, however, certainly is!
"Eventful" can also be used to describe a person's life. Saying someone had an "eventful life" suggests they experienced many different things and faced numerous challenges or opportunities. It implies a story worth telling.
It's important to note that "eventful" doesn't necessarily mean pleasant. An eventful period can include difficulties, crises, or unexpected setbacks. The key is simply that something noteworthy occurred: "The past year was particularly eventful for the company, marked by both successes and failures."
So, if a time or experience is brimming with happenings—big or small, good or bad—it's likely to be described as eventful, hinting at a story waiting to unfold.
Examples
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First day
It was an eventful first day at school.
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Travel
We had an eventful trip back from the airport.
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Company news
It's been an eventful month for the company.
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Career history
She has had an eventful career, with jobs in five different countries.
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Understatement
The last 24 hours have been eventful, to say the least.
Phrase
to say the least
used to show that something is even more extreme than you say
Forms and spellings
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Main spelling
- eventfuladjective